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Pellet Grill Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Low and slow smoke, then a hotter finish for crispy skin.

Smoked chicken drumsticks on the pellet grill

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Pellet Grill Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

A Sam's Table original.

Prep time10 min
Cook timeAbout 1 hr 20 min–1 hr 35 min

Ingredients

  • Chicken drumsticks
  • Oil or binder (like mustard)
  • Your favorite seasoning or rub
  • BBQ sauce (optional)

Steps

  1. Preheat the pellet grill to 250°F.
  2. Coat the drumsticks with oil or binder, then season all over.
  3. Smoke for 1 hour.
  4. Raise the heat to 350°F and cook 20–35 minutes, until the skin crisps.
  5. If using sauce, brush it on for the last 10 minutes.
  6. Pull at about 185°F inside.

Notes

  • Chicken is safe at 165°F, but dark meat like drumsticks gets more tender around 185°F.

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