This Smoked Chicken Legs with Bourbon Red Pepper Glaze dish combines the rich, smoky flavor of chicken legs with a sweet and spicy glaze, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Legs:
2-3 pounds chicken legs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
2 cloves garlic, mincedLog in or sign up to view+10Kent Rollins+10Cook What You Love+10
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to tastePinterest+4Kent Rollins+4Cook What You Love+4
For the Bourbon Red Pepper Glaze:
1 cup red pepper jellyCook What You Love
¼ cup bourbonCook What You Love
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken Legs:
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the chicken legs to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
2. Prepare the Bourbon Red Pepper Glaze:
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine red pepper jelly, bourbon, and sriracha sauce. Stir until the jelly melts and the mixture is smooth, about 4-5 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of the glaze for serving and ¼ cup for basting. Cuisine at Home
3. Smoke the Chicken Legs:
Preheat your smoker to 275°F (135°C).
Remove the chicken legs from the marinade and pat them dry. Place them on the smoker rack.
Smoke the chicken legs for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Log in or sign up to view
4. Apply the Glaze:
During the last 15 minutes of smoking, brush the chicken legs with the reserved ¼ cup of glaze.
After removing the chicken from the smoker, let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Serve with the reserved ½ cup of glaze on the side.
Tips:
Adjusting Spice Level: Modify the amount of sriracha sauce in the glaze to suit your heat preference.
Alternative Cooking Method: If a smoker isn’t available, these chicken legs can be baked in an oven preheated to 375°F (190°C) for about 45-50 minutes, or until they reach the appropriate internal temperature.
Serving Suggestions: Pair with grilled vegetables, coleslaw, or cornbread for a complete meal.
