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This Traeger Smoked Chicken Breast recipe will leave you with tender and juicy chicken every time! This BBQ chicken is so easy and grills up in less than 30 minutes. It’s such a versatile dish and is perfect for an easy, healthy weeknight dinner or to include in your weekly meal prep! Jump to:
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How Long Does It Take To Smoke ChickenThe grilling time for this chicken breast will vary based on the temperature you are smoking at, as well as the size of the breasts. You can customize this recipe and the cook time based on how much time you have and how much smoke flavor you would like. The cooking time will also vary based on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. For best results use a meat thermometer. We use a meater plus bluetooth thermometer and love it! What To Serve With This Smoked BBQ ChickenOur favorite part about this BBQ Chicken recipe is how versatile it is! We love to serve this chicken with a salad or some delicious grilled veggies for a quick and healthy meal. These are some great options to serve with this smoked chicken:
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If you love the delicious flavor that cooking chicken on the Traeger gives you, try these Traeger Chicken Wings as well! Recipe FAQ’sWhat’s the best way to store this recipe? This chicken recipe is best stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can I make this BBQ Chicken recipe without a Traeger or other pellet grill? Yes! You can grill this chicken on a traditional propane or charcoal grill over medium high heat. I recommend a meat thermometer to prevent from undercooking or overcooking the chicken. Can I use frozen chicken breasts in this recipe? While you can, I really recommend using thawed chicken breast in this recipe for a couple reasons. It obviously takes longer to cook frozen chicken breast and there is a greater possibility of undercooking the chicken. Because it takes longer for the middle of the chicken breast to thaw, I find that using frozen chicken causes the outer portion of the breast to dry out before the center has reached a safe temperature. If you grill frozen (or partially thawed) chicken breasts, be sure not to keep the temperature of your pellet smoker at too low of a temperature as this will cause the chicken to be in an unsafe temperature range for too long, and always ensure you cook to an internal temperature of 165F. More Healthy Dinner Recipes
Love this recipe? Consider leaving a 5-star 🌟 rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page. We LOVE to hear from you! 📖 RecipeEmilee Mason This Traeger Smoked Chicken Breast recipe will leave you with tender and juicy chicken every time! This BBQ chicken is so easy and grills up in less than 30 minutes. It’s such a versatile dish and is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or to include in your weekly meal prep! Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 25 mins Marinade Time 12 hrs Total Time 30 mins Course Dinner Cuisine American Servings 4 Calories 289 kcal
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Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 26gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 526mgPotassium: 590mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 167IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg Leave a comment below and let me know on instagram @theprimitivedish! About Emilee MasonEmilee Mason is a Whole30 certified coach, food photographer, and recipe developer. As a health foodie, grill enthusiast, and mom of two young boys she has a passion for creating healthy, delicious, and family friendly recipes that are simple and fun to make! Reader InteractionsWhat temperature should you cook chicken on a pellet grill?Smoke at 225°F until the chicken breast reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. This should take about one hour total. Optional (recommended): If you prefer a slight crust on your chicken breast, smoke the meat at 225°F until it reaches an internal temperature of 115°F.
What temp should my grill be to grill chicken?Heat your grill to between 425 and 450°F for chicken breasts.
What temperature do you cook chicken thighs on a Traeger grill?Expert Tip: Be sure to coat the chicken well and then flip them over to coat the other side. Step Two: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up on your preheated Traeger pellet grill grate at 325°F. Cook them until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
How long do you cook chicken on the grill at 400 degrees?Heat an outdoor grill over medium-high heat, about 400 degrees. Grill chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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