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SMOKED TURKEY BREAST

SMOKED TURKEY BREAST is a juicy and flavorful way to prepare your favorite holiday dinner. Turkey breast slathered in butter, fresh herbs and spices then smoked to perfection.
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Course: Holidays
Cuisine: American
Keyword: smoked turkey breast
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Additional Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 427kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Lb Boneless Turkey Breast
  • 1 Stick Butter ½ cup
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley minced
  • 3 Fresh Dill Sprigs minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Old Bay or any cajun seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon Coarse Black Pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Granulated Garlic
  • 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder

Instructions

  • Heat smoker to 250ºF.
  • Combine salt and spices then rub mixture onto turkey breast.
  • Place turkey breast onto the smoker. Cook for approximately 1 ½ hours or until the turkey reaches internal temperature of 150ºF.
  • Place butter in a small, oven safe dish, along with the freshly minced dill sprigs and parsley. Place dish in the smoker next to the turkey breast. Leave uncovered to cook until needed.
  • When the turkey hits 150ºF, transfer turkey breast to a foil boat. Coat with the melted butter mixture then wrap tightly.
  • Continue to cook for 15 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 160ºF. Remove and let rest for 15-30 minutes. Slice and serve.

Notes

Feel free to swap the spices with your favorites or use a different seasoning alltogether.
Bone-in turkey breast will require additional cooking time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 174mg | Sodium: 1315mg | Fiber: 1g
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