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Smoked Turkey Breast

A juicy, flavorful, and easy-to-make smoked turkey breast recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 6 hours
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 10 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3-5 lb boneless turkey breast
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • Applewood or cherrywood smoking chips

Method
 

  1. Brine the turkey breast in a mix of kosher salt, brown sugar, and water for 4-6 hours in the fridge.
  2. Preheat smoker to 225°F and soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes.
  3. Mix spice rub ingredients and coat the turkey breast evenly.
  4. Place the turkey breast on the smoker rack, breast side up.
  5. Smoke at 225°F for 3-4 hours, adding wood chips every 45 minutes.
  6. Check the internal temperature; the turkey is done at 165°F.
  7. Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes under foil before carving against the grain.