Step 1

Pat the chicken dry and trim as needed to remove excess skin or fat.

Step 2

Rub the chicken with the oil.

Step 3

Whisk the spices together in a bowl.

Step 4

Liberally coat both sides of the chicken leg quarters with the spice blend.

Step 5

Temp your Traeger or pellet smoker for 250-275 F.

Step 6

Arrange the chicken on the grill grates.

Step 7

Grill chicken skin side up and the lid closed.

Step 8

After 1 hour, check the chicken for a temp of 180 to 190 F.

Step 9

Remove chicken from grill, set aside.

Step 10

Increase heat for sear, around 400 to 450 degrees.

Step 11

Sear chicken to crisp the skin 5 to 10 minutes, rotating as needed.

Step 12

Allow the smoked chicken quarters to rest before serving 5 minutes.

Step 13

Serve hot