Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe
Make Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Smoking Process
- 2
Prepare the Smoker
Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- 3
Add the Wood Chips
Once the smoker is preheated, drain the wood chips and add them to the smoker box or directly onto the coals.
- 4
Smoke the Chicken
Place the marinated chicken breasts on the smoker rack. Pour the chicken broth into a small bowl and place it in the smoker to keep the chicken moist. Close the lid and smoke for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serving
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken breasts from the smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.