Summer Smoked Chicken Salad

This Smoked Chicken Salad is the ultimate summer recipe — light, flavorful, and infused with rich smoky goodness from the Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1050 Digital Charcoal Grill + Smoker. Tender smoked chicken is combined with crisp veggies and a creamy dressing for the perfect balance of texture and taste. Whether served on a sandwich, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens, this easy smoked chicken salad is a backyard favorite that highlights the versatility of the Gravity Series for warm-weather cooking.

Instructions

1. 01

   Fill your Masterbuilt Gravity hopper with charcoal and preheat to 250°F (121°C).

2. 02

   Pat chicken thighs dry, rub with olive oil, and season all over with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.

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4. 03

   Place thighs skin side up on the grates, close the lid, and smoke for 3–4 hours, until internal temp reaches 175–185°F. Spritz with apple juice or broth hourly if desired.

5. 04

   Rest 20–30 minutes under foil. Remove skin and bones, then shred the meat. Chill at least 1 hour.

6. 05

   In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Dijon, lemon juice, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.

7. 06

   Fold in celery, red onion, cranberries, and herbs.

8. 07

   Add chicken and mix gently. Taste and adjust seasoning.

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10. 08

    Serve on toasted rolls, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.

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