Then make sure to leave us a comment! Do you prefer your chicken breast brined before smoking, or do you season and place it straight on the grill? Once your chicken has been brined, pat dry and prepare as outlined in the recipe card. Remove promptly, as you do not want to chicken to brine too long! Place the chicken breasts in the brine and allow them to brine for 4 hours. Remove the brine from the heat and allow it to cool completely. Bring to a boil over medium heat and allow salt and sugar to dissolve.
In a medium pot, mix 3 Tablespoons Kosher salt, 4 cups water, and 1 Tablespoon sugar. Remember to plan ahead to allow ample time for the chicken to sit in the brine before you plan on smoking. If you want to do a brine for the chicken breasts, here’s the process you’ll take before you smoke the chicken. I recommend trying chicken breast that has been brined and not brined to determine what you like best.
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If you use a good meat thermometer and cook to the correct temperature then your chicken will turn out juicy and full of flavor without needing to brine it first. Many grillers brine their chicken to keep it juicy during the smoking process, but I prefer the texture of a chicken breast that isn’t brined.
During brining, the salt and sugar change the cell structure of the meat itself, so the cell walls retain more liquid during the cooking process. Personally, I don’t usually brine my chicken breast because I prefer the taste and texture of chicken placed directly on the smoker with minimal preparation. Preparing a brine for your smoked chicken breast is entirely optional. It’s a recipe that is foolproof and one to come back to repeatedly.
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Feel free to try out different rubs and seasonings, and try it out brined and not brined. This recipe is an easy, basic process perfect for those of you who are new to smoking, or for seasoned veterans who need a quick dinner option. You’ll want to plan ahead 4 hours to brine your chicken before sticking it on your smoker. For those of you who prefer the taste and texture of chicken breast when it has been brined, scroll below for my instructions on brining your chicken before smoking. These guys are relatively inexpensive at the store, and you can smoke them right out of the package. While I love my overnight briskets and putting in the time, energy, and attention to my slow-smoked ribs, there’s something close to my heart with smoking the perfect, simple chicken breast.īegin by buying some fresh boneless chicken breasts. Smoked boneless chicken breast is one of my favorite ways to enjoy chicken. All you need is chicken and some of my award-winning Chicken Seasoning, and you’re well on your way to enjoying the perfect chicken breast. It’s a great meal for busy weekdays, and it’ll satisfy a crowd at a backyard BBQ. This Smoked Chicken Breast is a wonderfully juicy, smoky chicken breast that is fast and perfect for multiple occasions. Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe
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