GRILLED BASIL LEMON TURKEY BREAST
Our family and friends enjoy this and hope you do too. A flavorful layer of basil, lemon, garlic and romano cheese under the skin. I have the butcher cut one turkey in half and use one half for this. Use a meat thermometer- working towards at least 165 degrees-no one enjoys under or over cooked poultry and with charcoal grilling it is pretty tricky to have a standard that fits everyone. Dh puts the meat thermometer in thickest part right away at beginning of grilling. Servings and cooking time depend upon size of turkey breast. I serve with recipe#485341, roasted asparagus, coleslaw, and my recipe#462312 . Hubby has made this several times.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 2h30m
Yield 7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare your grill with chimney allowing about 30 minutes.
- Cut off lemon rind, remove outside white, discard or use for different purpose. Mince lemon pulp, discard seeds.
- Combine lemon, cheese, basil, and garlic.
- With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey breast; place mixture under the skin.
- Rub oil on turkey skin and sprinkle liberally with lemon pepper. Don't forget meat thermometer into thickest part of turkey breast. Wrap wing tips and drumstick ends with foil so they don't char.
- Remove chimney, then dh uses 60 briquettes and divide them up with drip foil pan in center so heat will be around drip pan. Dh says it is a big mistake not having enough briquettes. Add water to drip pan, put on your grate.
- Place turkey directly onto grate, open cavity down.
- Grill, covered, vents open. Keep an eye on it, tent turkey if getting too dark. When turkey hits 165, measure into thigh joint where it meets body; it should be 170 degrees.
- For 7 pounds, we had on for 2 hours and 5 minutes BUT it depends upon the heat and size of turkey half, so use your meat thermometer. For our second turkey half we had a 6 pounder on 1 hour and 35 minutes.
- For 4 to 5 pounds, I am GUESSING 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes? Use your meat thermometer to cook it to your preference.
- When done to correct temperature, remove to platter, cover with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes. That's your window to getting everything else done before you sit down to feast. Enjoy!
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Baholo
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli, and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Elias Demeke
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade is perfect. I usually serve it with grilled vegetables and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
syed mosa
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade gave it a delicious tang. I will definitely be making this again.
Jade millar
[email protected]I really enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the lemon-basil marinade was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely make this again.
Marian Adaeze
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli, and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Mandip Bhinder
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade is perfect. I usually serve it with grilled vegetables and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Karen Mutinta
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade gave it a delicious tang. I will definitely be making this again.
Hayley Chapman
[email protected]I really enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the lemon-basil marinade was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely make this again.
Darley Ducas
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli, and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Hudson Bizzell
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade is perfect. I usually serve it with grilled vegetables and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Latonya Simmons
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade gave it a delicious tang. I will definitely be making this again.
mohamed padran
[email protected]I really enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the lemon-basil marinade was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely make this again.
Technical Stuff Nadeem Yzi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli, and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Chantelle Heyns
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with chicken breasts, thighs, and even wings. It always turns out great. The lemon-basil marinade is so flavorful and it really infuses the chicken with flavor.
Adam Cabazos
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade is perfect. I usually serve it with grilled vegetables and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
md poran islam
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for grilled chicken. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the lemon-basil marinade gives it a nice tang.
Abdul Bari
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the lemon-basil marinade is so flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and roasted vegetables, and it's always a hit with my family.
Parvej Khan
[email protected]I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly in the time specified. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was juicy and tender. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.
Jocky Adams Juma Obadha
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great. The chicken was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Fanele Blose
[email protected]Grilled Basil Lemon Turkey Breast was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the lemon-basil marinade gave it a delightful flavor. I would definitely make this dish again and would recommend it to others.