Smoking Chicken Breast
Learn how to smoking chicken breast perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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1h30min
Cook Time
🌡️
225°F / 105°C
Smoker Temperature
✅
165°F / 75°C
Internal Temperature
Safe
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Brine chicken breasts in saltwater solution for 2-4 hours
- 2Pat dry and season with dry rub
- 3Preheat smoker to 225°F / 107°C using apple or cherry wood
- 4Place chicken on smoker grates
- 5Smoke for 1-1.5 hours until internal temp reaches 160°F / 71°C
- 6Optional: Crisp skin at 350°F / 177°C for 10 minutes
- 7Remove when internal temp reaches 165°F / 74°C
- 8Rest 5 minutes before slicing
Expert Tips for Smoking
- 💡Brining is essential to prevent drying
- 💡Skin-on breasts retain more moisture
- 💡Cherry wood gives beautiful color
- 💡Consider injecting with butter/herbs
Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | 165°F / 75°C | No pink remaining, juices run clear |
Chicken Breast Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking chicken breast.
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Use meat thermometer for accurate doneness
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Check thickest part with thermometer
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Juices should run clear when fully cooked
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Never eat pink chicken
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your chicken breast is safely cooked and delicious.
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