Smoked chicken is a flavorful and juicy main that deserves equally delicious side dishes. Whether you prefer classic comfort food or fresh and vibrant flavors, there’s a perfect side dish to complement your smoked chicken.
From the creamy indulgence of cheesy scalloped potatoes to the refreshing crunch of purple cabbage slaw, there’s a wide array of options to choose from. For a smoky twist, consider smoked mac and cheese or smoked sweet potatoes. Or, if you prefer something lighter, opt for a vibrant Mediterranean roasted vegetable medley or a fresh fennel and orange salad.
Get ready to elevate your smoked chicken game with these mouthwatering side dish ideas. Let’s dive in!
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Oven Roasted Vegetables With Maple Mustard Sauce
A colorful mix of your favorite veggies roasted to perfection. This versatile side dish goes with everything, including smoked chicken.
Smoked Mashed Potatoes
Imagine creamy mashed potatoes with a smoky kick. These are extra special and perfect for your smoked chicken dinner.
Recipe: Smoked Mashed Potatoes
Smoked Macaroni and Cheese
This isn’t your ordinary mac and cheese! With a smoky twist, it’s a rich and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for elevating your smoked chicken dinner.
Recipe: Smoked Mac and Cheese
Smoked Sweet Potatoes
An easy side when you need something simple yet yummy! Try my famous smoked sweet potatoes for yourself!
Recipe: Smoked Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries, Pecans and Hot Honey
The sweet, tangy, rich flavors of this side dish and its interesting layers of textures are all such a perfect complement to chicken!
Smoked Carrots in Brown Butter
These smoky carrots are a fun twist on a classic side dish. They’re tender and flavorful, and they pair perfectly with the smoky taste of your chicken.
Recipe: Smoked Carrots
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
This tangy and crunchy pasta salad is perfect for a summer barbecue. The pickles give it a unique sweet-and-sour flavor.
Smoked Cornbread
This cornbread has a smoky flavor that’s perfect for grilled meats or smoked chicken. It’s a classic Southern side dish with a twist.
Recipe: Smoked Cornbread
Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
Two great sides in one easy recipe is the stuff of dreams. Tender, seasoned roasted potatoes and broccoli ensure that every meal is complete and completely delicious.
Smoked Broccoli
This smoky broccoli is a unique and flavorful side dish. It’s a great way to get your veggies in.
Recipe: Smoked Broccoli
Maple-Miso Glazed Brussels Sprouts
These Brussels sprouts are sweet, salty, and savory all at once. They’re a delicious and unexpected side dish.
Garlic and Rosemary Potatoes
These potatoes are packed with flavor. The garlic and rosemary give them a delicious taste. They’re crispy on the outside and soft in the middle.
Bacon Mac and Cheese
This classic comfort food gets an upgrade with crispy bacon. It’s rich, creamy, and oh-so-good.
Recipe: Bacon Mac and Cheese
The Broccoli Salad
A light and refreshing salad with crunchy broccoli, sweet cranberries, and a creamy dressing.
Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
These Rosemary Mashed Potatoes are made with fresh rosemary sauteed with onion and butter. They’re really easy to make, super creamy, and so delicious!
Salad Supreme Pasta Salad Recipe
Pasta salad is the perfect side dish for your next backyard BBQ. Made using store-bought dressing and fresh veggies, it will have everybody reaching for seconds.
The Best Chopped Side Salad
This chopped side salad is super versatile and perfect for serving with a wide variety of main dishes. It features creamy avocado, crisp raw veggies, toasted nuts, cheddar cheese, and juicy tomatoes in a bright vinaigrette.
5-Minute Easy Rice and Beans
This Easy Rice and Beans recipe leverages pantry staples to come together in just minutes (plus, you can even prep it ahead)! It’s the perfect side for savory smoked chicken!
Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Indulge in layers of rich, creamy potatoes topped with a golden, cheese-laden crust. This classic comfort food is the epitome of decadence. The perfect accompaniment to elevate any main course, including a succulent smoked chicken.
Fresh Green Bean Casserole
A timeless classic, this dish combines crisp green beans with a creamy, bacon-infused sauce. Rich in flavor and texture, it is a versatile side that complements a wide range of proteins.
Roasted Butternut Squash With Bacon And Sage
This Roasted Butternut Squash with Bacon And Sage is an easy side dish recipe that will become a family favorite. Its fantastic flavors are sure to please even the kids!
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Quickly whip up these Brussels sprouts and bacon in the air fryer. They are a very fuss-free side dish for smoked chicken.
Creamy Stovetop Shells Macaroni and Cheese
This easy, cheesy, and creamy stovetop shell macaroni and Cheese recipe is made from start to finish on the stovetop and is ready in under 20 minutes! It’s a mac and cheese the whole family will enjoy!
7 Layer Salad
This salad is a refreshing side dish packed with colorful veggies, cheese, and bacon. The crunch of the lettuce and the creamy dressing balance the richness of smoked chicken.
Fennel And Orange Salad
This light and fresh salad is a burst of flavor. The sweet orange and crunchy fennel are a perfect match for the smoky taste of chicken.
Crispy Diced Potatoes Hash Browns Recipe with Bacon
These potatoes and bacon is a very easy side dish recipe to make for any chicken dinner. It’s a very filling side dish that everyone will love.
Scalloped Potatoes with Mushroom Soup
This dish is pure comfort food. Layers of potatoes and cheese baked to golden perfection. A rich and creamy side that complements the smoky flavor of your chicken.
Easy Fruit Salad Recipe
This Easy Fruit Salad Recipe features fresh, ripe fruits and is lightly dressed with an orange juice blend. Ready in under 20 minutes without any added sugars, this salad is perfect as a refreshing side for smoked chicken.
Slow Cooker Herbed Baby Potatoes
These potatoes are packed with flavor! The garlic and rosemary give them a delicious taste. A hearty side for any meal, especially smoked chicken.
Easy Hash Brown Casserole with Corn Flakes
This is like a big, cheesy potato pancake! It’s super yummy and goes great with crispy bacon. This would be awesome with smoked chicken.
Roasted Asparagus
This is like a big, cheesy potato pancake! It’s super yummy and goes great with crispy bacon. This would be awesome with smoked chicken.
Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables
Italian Baked Vegetables is a simple but tasty side dish that everyone will love.
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Creamy and dreamy mashed potatoes are easy to make in your slow cooker. They’re the perfect comfort food side for any meal, especially with smoky chicken.
Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Parmesan potatoes are a quick and easy side dish. They’re the perfect complement to the smoky flavors of your chicken.
Purple Cabbage Slaw
Crunchy and flavorful, this cabbage coleslaw is delightfully light, crisp, and simple to make—perfect for any meal!
Honey Glazed Parsnips
These sweet and sticky parsnips are a unique and flavorful side dish. They’re a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your smoked chicken dinner.
Lemony Roasted Potatoes And Brussels Sprouts
This combo is a win-win! Crispy potatoes and tender Brussels sprouts, roasted to perfection with a squeeze of lemon, are a delicious and satisfying side for smoked chicken.
Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto and Cranberries
This salad is sweet, salty, and crunchy. It’s a perfect side for a holiday meal.
Turnips Au Gratin
This creamy and cheesy side dish, is a great alternative to potatoes.
Smashed Broccoli With Parmesan
This easy and delicious side dish is only a couple ingredients and always a hit. Here is how to make it!
Smoke On!
Charlie
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).
I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.
You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!
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What a great collection of side dishes that are not only good with smoked chicken!
thanks Christina!! I hope you enjoy trying some out with your smoked chicken!