Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNorth and South Seafood & SmokehouseCarolina Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe

Carolina Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

over Texas Toast

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts.

  2. 2

    Smoke the Chicken

    Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the smoker and smoke for about 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Brush the chicken with Carolina BBQ sauce in the last 30 minutes of smoking.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Texas Toast

    While the chicken is smoking, toast the Texas toast in a toaster or on a grill until golden brown and crispy.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    Once the chicken is done smoking, let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken breasts and serve over the toasted Texas toast. Drizzle additional Carolina BBQ sauce on top, if desired.

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