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Smoked Chicken Thighs Stuffed with Cream Cheese & Herbs

Bone-in chicken thighs stuffed under the skin with a creamy herb and maple bacon chili filling, then smoked at 325°F until juicy.

Time~1 hr CategoryChicken Watch4:28
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Method

  1. 1Mix cream cheese with green pepper, onion, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and Maple Bacon Chili Dry Rub to make a creamy filling.
  2. 2Loosen the skin on each chicken thigh and stuff the filling underneath, smoothing the skin back over.
  3. 3Season the outside of the thighs with more Maple Bacon Chili Dry Rub.
  4. 4Set the Pit Boss pellet smoker to 325°F with a blend of hickory, oak, and maple pellets.
  5. 5Smoke the thighs until they reach 165°F internal for smoky, juicy perfection, then serve.

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No 500-word life story — just the good-to-know stuff on what’s actually in this cook. Here’s the rundown on every real ingredient, health and nutrition wise.

Bacon
Bacon brings protein and big flavour but is cured and high in sodium and saturated fat, so it's best used as an accent rather than the main event. A little goes a long way.
Chicken
Chicken is a lean, versatile source of complete protein, B vitamins (especially niacin and B6), and selenium. Skinless breast is leanest; thighs and skin add flavour and a little more fat. Always cook poultry to a safe 165°F.
Cheese
Cheese is a good source of protein and calcium and pairs naturally with smoke, but it's also high in saturated fat and sodium — a little delivers big flavour, so treat it as a rich accent.
Chili peppers
Chili peppers are low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants, and their heat comes from capsaicin, which may give metabolism a small nudge. Dial the amount to your spice tolerance.
Garlic
Garlic adds big flavour for almost no calories and contains sulphur compounds (like allicin) long studied for heart and immune benefits. It's one of the healthiest ways to season a cook.
Onion
Onions are low-calorie aromatics rich in fibre, vitamin C, and antioxidants such as quercetin. They add depth and gentle sweetness without much fat or salt.
Maple syrup
Maple syrup is still sugar, but a less-refined one carrying trace minerals like manganese and zinc and a gentler glycemic hit than white sugar. Use it for flavour, in moderation.
Fresh herbs
Fresh herbs add aroma and flavour with virtually no calories, sodium, or fat, plus a small dose of antioxidants. They're one of the easiest ways to season without reaching for salt.

General nutrition info only, not medical or dietary advice — portions, brands and add-ons change the numbers.

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