Stove Top Smoker Boneless Chicken Breasts with or Without Skin
Experience the smoky, tender perfection of Stove Top Smoker Boneless Chicken Breasts, a recipe that brings the rich flavors of outdoor grilling straight to your kitchen. Whether you prefer your chicken with or without skin, this dish infuses every bite with a tantalizing blend of hickory, apple, or cherry wood smoke. Seasoned with a robust spice mix of garlic, paprika, thyme, and a hint of pepper, these chicken breasts are elevated to gourmet status while remaining incredibly easy to prepare. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish, and enjoy a beautifully smoked meal that’s both healthy and full of flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts (with or without skin)
- 2 tablespoons Smoking wood chips (e.g., hickory, apple, or cherry)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 1 piece Lemon (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your stove top smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Typically, this involves setting the smoker base over medium heat and ensuring proper ventilation for smoke to escape.
While the smoker preheats, prepare the chicken breasts. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme.
Brush both sides of each chicken breast with olive oil, then evenly season with the spice mixture.
Add 2 tablespoons of smoking wood chips to the base of the smoker. Place the drip pan and rack on top of the smoker base.
Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer on the smoker rack, ensuring they do not overlap for even cooking.
Cover the smoker with the lid, leaving a small gap for smoke to escape. Begin smoking over medium heat. Once smoke starts emerging, close the lid completely and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Smoke the chicken breasts for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (73.8°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the smoker and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps retain their juiciness.
Optional: Serve with lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2879 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 216.9 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1920 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
