This recipe was originally published by Bruce and Dina Miller on theperksofbeingus.com.

Are you wondering how long to grill chicken thighs? I have to admit, grilling chicken thighs seemed a little daunting to me. Bruce has always been the chicken griller at our house. We are big smoked chicken fans, and often are smoking a whole chicken on the weekends. However, for a quicker week night meal, grilled smoked chicken thighs are perfect! With this step by step how-to guide of the cooking process, you will get the best results. For added flavor, we are using Western Cherry BBQ Cooking Chunks . The smoke from these chunks imparts amazing flavor!

Can I get a smoky flavor on a gas grill?

You absolutely can! The nice thing about Western Premium BBQ products is they have both chips and chunks. Wood chips for the gas grill, and wood chunks for the charcoal grill. Both impart flavor into whatever you are grilling. We like using the cherry wood for the slightly sweet, smoky flavor it gives the dark meat of the chicken thighs.

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken for Grilling

Cooking time will vary, depending on the size of the chicken thighs, and if they are bone in or boneless. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cook quickly, in 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size. Bone-in thighs, however, take a bit more time, between 25 and 30 minutes. Use a thermometer to measure the internal temperature of the thighs. They’re finished cooking when the temperature reads 165°F

Dina’s Favorite Chicken Marinade

• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worchestershire Sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic granules
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce

Step 2: Prepare the Grill

We fire up our Big Green Egg with lump charcoal. Once the fire dies down, and the hot coals are ready, we place 1 or 2 pieces of Western Cherry BBQ Cooking Chunks in the center of the glowing charcoal. You are looking for a medium-high heat. At this point place if you have a plate setter, place it over the heat and add the grill. Using a paper towel with a little olive oil, brush the grill grates so the chicken does not stick.

Step 3: Grill the Chicken Thighs

Place boneless chicken thighs on grill grates, and grill them for approximately 6-7 minutes with the grill lid on. Flip and grill for another 6-7 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 160°F. They will continue to cook to the safe temprature of 165°F while resting, covered with foil. You will want to let them rest for 5 minutes, before you slice and serve.