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10-Min Crispy Smoked Chicken

Chicken thighs with a smoky dry rub and a quick broil finish for that charred, smoky crust without the hours. Tender inside, crispy-edged outside — ready in 10 minutes.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
42g
10-Min Crispy Smoked Chicken
quicksatisfyingamericanchickencrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Arrange skin-side up on a broiler pan.

  2. Step 2

    Mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, pepper, and salt in a small bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, coating the skin generously.

  4. Step 4

    Position broiler rack 6 inches from the heat. Broil chicken for 8–10 minutes until skin is charred and crispy.

  5. Step 5

    Check for doneness: internal temp should reach 165°F at the thickest thigh. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • broiler pan
  • paper towels
  • small mixing bowl
  • instant-read thermometer
  • oven

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