SMOKED TURKEY BREAST
Steps:
- Line a large pot or colander with brine bag and place the rinsed turkey breast into the brine bag with cavity side facing up. Combine all the ingredients of the brine into a pitcher and stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Pour brine into the brine bag covering turkey breast as much as possible. Add additional warm water if necessary. Place the pot into the refrigerator overnight. Soak your wood chips in water over night. 2 hours prior to smoking, remove the turkey from the refrigerator, rinse the turkey, and allow to warm up to room temperature. Bring smoker up to 225 -235 degrees and place 1/2 the woodchips on a hotplate on coals or electric burner. Place the drip pan directly beneath where the turkey breast will sit. The drip pan will provide steam to assist in keeping the turkey breast moist during the smoking process. Place turkey breast on smoker, breast facing up. I estimate about 35 minutes per pound. Baste the breast with butter approximately once ever hour to keep the skin crispy. Refresh the wood chips with the the remaining wood chips after about 2 hours. You will want to reach an internal temperature of around 160-170 degrees in thickest part of the breast. Buying a turkey breast with a pop up timer is a great idea as well. Remove the turkey from the smoker, cover with foil, and let rest for 30 minutes before carving. The meat will be slightly pinkish compared to that of an oven roasted turkey just ensure the temperature is up to 165-170.
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143 Mubarra Shafique
[email protected]This smoked turkey breast is a must-try! It's so delicious and easy to make.
Mr_ Ajmuddin
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect way to cook a turkey breast.
Brett M
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this smoked turkey breast again.
Krista jones
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook a turkey breast.
Obaid Awan
[email protected]This was the best smoked turkey breast I've ever had! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious.
Nadeem Sayyal
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The meat was juicy and flavorful, but the skin was a little tough.
Mandla Mthetwa
[email protected]The smoked turkey breast was a little dry, but the flavor was good.
josphat Karanja
[email protected]This was my first time smoking a turkey breast, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the meat was cooked to perfection.
Birendra Samal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and my smoked turkey breast turned out perfectly! The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious.
Miraz Suvo
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook a turkey breast. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Trap Black
[email protected]I've made this smoked turkey breast several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The brine really helps to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
Joseph Dalton
[email protected]This smoked turkey breast was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.