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Smoke Turkey Breast

Smoked Turkey Breast Recipe

Smoking a whole turkey for just a few people can be a task on Thanksgiving. Instead, how about trying out this recipe for an exceptionally delicious smoked turkey breast? This recipe is simple and will barely need any effort.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 3 Portions
Calories 149 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk
  • Food Temperature Probe
  • Tongs
  • Smoker/Grill

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Turkey Breast

For The Injection Marinate

  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Salt

For The Turkey Spice Rub

  • 1/4 cups Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Thaw the turkey completely and pat it dry with a paper towel.
  • In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the injection marinade and fill the meat injector syringe with it.
  • Poke the turkey breast with the syringe and move the needle around to insert as much of the marinade as possible. Do this all around the turkey breast.
  • Once you are done injecting the turkey breast with the marinade, you can make the spice rub and apply it on the turkey breast.
  • To make the spice rub, mix all the dry spices together in a bowl and keep it aside.
  • Apply the room temperature butter all over the turkey breast and then apply the spice rub all over, even under the skin.
  • Wrap the turkey up with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Half an hour before you plan to smoke the turkey, preheat the smoker with the pellets at 225 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Once the smoker reaches optimum temperature, place the turkey breast in, with the skin side up.
  • On the 25 minute mark, insert a probe and check the temperature. If it reaches a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, take it out of the smoker and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  • Carve the turkey and serve with your favorite sides!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Portion | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 616IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
Keyword Smoked Turkey Breast Recipe, Thanksgiving, Turkey
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