Hi Creighton;
Well, no matter how well a rocket burns, you still would have an burning
wood fire venting in to your kitchen. Imagine the smoke seeking a way out and coating your kitchen with wood smoke/ash.
I do seem to recall there was a person that had, just what your describing. I can only think he had exceptional air flow in his home.And I doubt he used it very much.
J tubes work awesome at 6" and up. They work sort of ok down to 4" . Below that and I think you would have nothing but grief. Especially compared to your electric pot that is fast and easy (No
carbon monoxide).
If you really wanted to try this, you would need a vent / chimney or an open window right next to your rocket (would not be fun in the winter).
I'm curious, even small rockets take up a good amount of room. Is your kitchen that big you would have the space ?
If you live in a single family home building a J tube on your patio/porch would be a safer option.