Smoked Turkey Breast is so juicy and a delicious option for Thanksgiving dinner. You are going to love this smoked turkey chicken breast recipe! It’s amazingly juicy and succulent and packed full of flavor. Smoke it on your gas or charcoal grill or Big Green Egg for a show stopping Thanksgiving feast! There’s nothing quite like a smoked turkey for the holidays and my method results in a perfectly cooked juicy turkey breast every time! If you are thinking of smoking your turkey this year, be sure to give this method a go!
How to Smoke Turkey Breast RecipeYou’ll see (in great detail) in our recipe card at the bottom of the post just how to smoke a turkey breast for Thanksgiving! We have included instructions for how to use a Big Green Egg, Charcoal Grill, or Gas Grill to Smoke your Turkey! No matter what equipment you have at your house, we can help you make the most amazing smoked turkey breast. We’ve included tips and tricks for making the best easy brine and herb butter rub. SO JUICY! Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions! I really would recommend to brine your turkey breast before smoking it. Brining helps to keep the moisture in the breast as well as adding to the flavor. This is a simple brine of salt, sugar and water, it’s easy to do, you just need to allow a little extra time. Do note that the cooking times are different depending on which type of grill or smoker used for this recipe. The breasts can take anywhere from 1½ hours up to 4 hours, depending on the size of the breasts and the method used. The smoked turkey breast is done when a meat thermometer reads 162°F-163°F. Try ALL the Sides 60+ Holiday Side DishesThis Thanksgiving we hope you enjoy as many sides as possible with this Roast Turkey Breast! See Sides What goes with smoked turkey?This smoked turkey breast should be served the same way you would serve a roasted one. All of your usual holiday sides will work wonderfully with this. Check out these recipes for some inspiration: Tips!
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Please note the cooking times are different depending on which type of grill or smoker used. The breasts can take anywhere from 1½ hours up to 4 hours, depending on the size of the breasts and the method used. Calories: 428kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 7g (2%)Protein: 86g (172%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Cholesterol: 214mg (71%)Sodium: 8197mg (356%)Potassium: 960mg (27%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 98IU (2%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 61mg (6%)Iron: 2mg (11%) Becky woke up on her 30th birthday and realized she didn't know how to cook, anything! She started The Cookie Rookie as a way to document her journey to learn how to cook, one recipe at a time! The Cookie Rookie is a place to find easy recipes that anyone can make, and everyone will love! Subscribe to have posts delivered straight to your inbox!! PLUS get our FREE ebook! Sign Me UpHow long does it take to smoke a 3lb turkey breast?I highly recommend using an internal temperature probe to keep track of cooking temperature so that you don't overcook it. I use 3-lb boneless turkey breasts and they smoke at 250 degrees F in about 3 hours. If your turkey breast is bone-in, you'll need to add another 1-1.5 hours.
How long does it take to smoke a boneless turkey breast at 225 degrees?Turkey breast takes about 35-45 minutes per pound when cooking at 225°F, so a 6-pound breast could take 2-3½ hours to cook at 225°F. The turkey is done when its internal temperature registers 162°F-163°F on an instant-read thermometer.
How long does it take to smoke a 3lb turkey breast at 225 degrees?A good rule of thumb is about 35 minutes per pound when smoking a bone in turkey breast at 225°F.
What temperature should I smoke a boneless turkey breast?Setup your smoker for cooking at 225-240 °F with indirect heat. When the smoker is preheated, place the pan with the turkey breasts into the smoker. Let the turkey cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 162°F. Remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest under loose foil for about 10-15 minutes.
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