Blazin’ BBQ Smokehouse Dinner: A Copycat Classic

Allergens

This recipe contains gluten and dairy.

Ingredients

• 4 bone
• in chicken thighs, skin on
• 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce (homemade or store
• bought)
• 1/2 cup applewood smoked sea salt
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for added heat)
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 slices of colby jack cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced tomato
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the applewood smoked sea salt, brown sugar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Rub this mixture onto the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill the chicken thighs for about 6 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown. During the last minute of cooking, brush on a generous layer of your favorite BBQ sauce.
3. While the chicken is grilling, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill.
4. Assemble the Smokehouse Dinner: Place the grilled chicken thighs onto the bottom half of each toasted bun, then top with a slice of colby jack cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and thinly sliced red onion. Finish with a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce if desired.
5. Serve immediately with napkins at the ready, and enjoy the sizzling, smoky flavors that transport you straight to the heart of a bustling street food scene.

Chef’s Insight

Don't be afraid to get creative with your choice of BBQ sauce and toppings; personalizing this dish is part of its charm!

Notes

For a spicy kick, consider adding jalapeños or pickled onions to your Smokehouse Dinner.