Bacon Wrapped Smoked Chicken Breast

Juicy chicken breast stuffed with garlic, bird's eye chilies, asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, spring onion, and bocconcini cheese, wrapped in streaky bacon, smoked low and slow, basted with barbecue sauce, and finished to perfection. Moist, smoky, and bursting with flavor.

IntermediateAmerican BBQServes 2

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Source Video
1h 35m
Prep
5m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 52m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$17.80
Per serving:$8.90

Critical Success Points

  • Butterflying the chicken breast evenly.
  • Stuffing and rolling tightly so filling doesn't escape.
  • Wrapping and securing with bacon and toothpicks.
  • Smoking at the correct temperature and time.
  • Resting in foil before slicing.
  • Removing all toothpicks before serving.

Safety Warnings

  • Always check chicken is fully cooked (internal temp at least 70°C/165°F).
  • Careful with sharp knives when butterflying.
  • Remove all toothpicks before serving to avoid choking hazard.
  • Use caution when handling hot smoker and foil.