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Flavorful Smoked Chicken Quarters Recipe with Spicy Honey Glaze

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This recipe features juicy smoked chicken quarters brushed with a sticky, spicy honey glaze, perfect for easy backyard cooking and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken quarters, skin-on, bone-in
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot or Tabasco)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), optional

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken quarters dry with paper towels.
  2. Rub olive oil all over each piece, then season evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  3. Preheat the smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C). Add soaked wood chips (hickory or applewood recommended) for smoke.
  4. Place the chicken quarters skin side up on the cooler side of the grill or smoker. Close the lid and maintain temperature.
  5. While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl to make the glaze.
  6. After about 40 minutes, check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer near the bone; target 165°F (74°C).
  7. Brush a generous layer of the spicy honey glaze over each chicken quarter.
  8. Close the lid and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the glaze caramelizes but does not burn.
  9. Remove chicken from heat and transfer to a foil-lined tray. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or drying out the chicken. Apply glaze in thin layers to prevent burning. If flare-ups occur, move chicken to a cooler spot and keep a spray bottle of water handy. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy.

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Keywords: smoked chicken quarters, spicy honey glaze, grilled chicken, BBQ chicken, smoked paprika, honey glaze, backyard cooking

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