A simple yet delicious carnivore diet recipe featuring Chicken Thighs prepared using the Smoked technique. Perfect for those following a strict animal-based diet.
Introduction
What makes this Smoked Chicken Thighs truly special? Chicken Thighs are the most flavorful cut of chicken with higher fat content than breast meat, while the Smoked cooking method has been used for thousands of years not just as preservation but as a way to impart incredible flavor. What makes this Smoked Chicken Thighs special is the perfect balance of rendered fat and tender meat. Whether you’re new to the carnivore diet or a seasoned pro, this recipe demonstrates how satisfying animal-based eating can be.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 29 minutes
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Advanced
Ingredients
- 16 oz Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Lard
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Himalayan Salt
Instructions
- Take Chicken Thighs out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Season Chicken Thighs generously with Garlic Powder and Himalayan Salt.
- Heat Lard in a suitable pan or cooking vessel.
- Cook Chicken Thighs using the Smoked method until desired doneness is reached.
- Cook Chicken Liver separately using the same method, or add it during the last 15 minutes of cooking time.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional Lard on top.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 498
- Protein: 48g
- Fat: 34g
- Carbs: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Cholesterol: 289mg
- Sodium: 459mg