Preheat smoker to 225 degrees F, add Cherry or Applewood to the smoker.
Combine all the dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
Trim off any excess fat from chicken thighs. Drizzle the thighs with olive oil and coat both sides of the thighs very well. Sprinkle the seasoning rub on each thigh pressing the rub into the chicken to evenly coat the outside.
Place the chicken thighs directly on the smoker.
Smoke until an instant-read thermometer placed near the thigh bone reads 165 degrees F. Usually takes 90-120 minutes.
Remove from the smoker and cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow to rest 10-15 minutes before serving.