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Green Tea Smoked Chicken Recipe

Chinese · Main course · 65 min total

This Chinese-inspired dish infuses tender chicken with a delicate smoky flavor from green tea leaves and aromatic spices, creating a unique and elegant main course.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup loose green tea leaves (such as jasmine or gunpowder)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 star anise, broken
• 1 cinnamon stick, broken
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, five-spice powder, and salt. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
2. Prepare smoker: Line a wok or large deep skillet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place green tea leaves, brown sugar, rice, star anise, and cinnamon on the foil. Mix gently.
3. Set up steaming rack: Place a round wire rack or a steamer basket over the tea mixture. The rack should not touch the mixture.
4. Heat the wok over high heat until the tea mixture begins to smoke (about 3-4 minutes). Reduce heat to medium.
5. Arrange chicken on the rack, leaving space between pieces. Cover wok tightly with a lid or another piece of foil. Smoke for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
6. Remove from heat. Let chicken rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Brush with vegetable oil for shine. Slice and serve.

Tips

• For a stronger smoky flavor, let the chicken rest in the covered wok for an additional 10 minutes after cooking.
• Leftover smoked chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and is great in salads or sandwiches.
• Ensure good ventilation when smoking indoors, or do this outdoors on a grill with a lid.

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