Description
This Pit Boss smoked chicken breast is so simple and will ensure you have juicy succulent meat every single time. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a backyard cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Breast
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Melted Butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Step: Combine all the rub ingredients in a bowl. If using a store-bought rub, you’ll want around 1/2 cup total.
- Step: Lightly coat your chicken breasts with olive oil. Then give each piece a good coating with the rub, pressing it in to make sure it sticks.
- Step: Preheat your Pit Boss grill to 225°F. Once the smoke starts rolling, set the P setting to 7.
- Step: Place the chicken breasts on the grates and smoke at 225°F. Flip them halfway through to cook evenly.
- Step: While the chicken is smoking, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, melted butter, and smoked paprika in a small saucepan. Warm it slightly on low heat so it blends together.
- Step: When the internal temperature of the chicken hits about 150°F, brush the glaze generously over each piece. Close the lid and continue smoking until the internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Step: Once the chicken reaches 165°F, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for 5–10 minutes. Slice and serve with extra glaze on the side if you like.
Notes
You can use a blend of hickory and mesquite for bold flavor. If you want something milder, go for cherry or apple wood. For best results, dry brine the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: PT240M
- Cook Time: PT120M
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 403 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
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