Not all smoked chicken is created equal.
It’s one of those products that looks simple, but there’s nowhere to hide. If it’s dry, it fails. If the smoke is too heavy, it overpowers everything. If the seasoning is off, it becomes forgettable.
This is the same smoked chicken that has been recognised at both national and international level, including Best in Class at the 2025 Melbourne Royal Food Awards and gold at the 2026 Australian Meat Excellence Awards.
At The Lucky Pig, our focus has always been on balance, consistency and doing the fundamentals properly — and that’s exactly what led to our free-range smoked chicken breast being awarded a National Gold Medal at the 2026 Australian Meat Excellence Awards.
Shop our award-winning smoked chicken here:
Free-Range Smoked Chicken Breast
What Makes Award-Winning Smoked Chicken Different?
Winning at a national level isn’t about gimmicks. It comes down to execution.
- Consistent texture — tender, juicy and clean on the bite
- Balanced smoke — present, but never overpowering
- Proper seasoning — enhancing the product, not masking it
- Repeatability — delivering the same result every time
These are the fundamentals judges look for, and they’re the same things customers notice when they come back for a product again and again.
Proven on the National Stage
Our smoked chicken breast was recognised with a National Gold Medal at the 2026 Australian Meat Excellence Awards, placing it among the top-performing products in its category across Australia.
These results reflect the standard we aim to deliver every day — not just for competitions, but for every customer walking through the door.
Read our full 2026 award results here.
Simple to Use, Easy to Build Meals Around
One of the biggest strengths of smoked chicken is how easy it is to use. It’s already cooked, full of flavour, and works across a wide range of meals without needing a lot of extra effort.
If you’re looking for ideas, here are a few simple ways to use it:
These are quick, reliable options that let the product do most of the work.
Built for Retail, Ready for the Plate
For customers, this means you’re getting a product that’s been tested, refined and recognised at a national level.
For chefs, venues and wholesale customers, it means consistent performance — something that holds up not just in a display cabinet, but on the plate.
That balance between everyday usability and high-level execution is what we aim for across our range.
Available In-Store and Online
You can find our award-winning smoked chicken breast in-store at 452 Centre Road, Bentleigh, or shop online for quick and easy ordering.
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