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Smoked Turkey Recipe
Smoked Turkey Recipe - This simple, yet scrumptious smoked turkey brings the juiciest and most flavorful turkey to your Thanksgiving table.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 214 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 (10-12 pound) turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper optional
Instructions
- Thaw turkey according to the directions that accompany it. Preheat smoker to 275º F.
- Brush the turkey with olive oil and rub with salt and pepper.
- Place turkey onto smoker, breast up, and smoke until the thickest part of the breast meat reaches 165º F, around 2 1/2 - 3 hours.
- Remove turkey from smoker and place onto a platter, tent with foil, and allow to stand for 10-15 minutes to rest. Slice and serve.
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Notes
- Store: Place the turkey in an airtight container or wrap it in plastic and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Place the turkey or turkey slices in an airtight, freezer-safe container or wrap in airtight freezer paper and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Serving
4ounce
Calories
214kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
0.1g
(0%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
8.4g
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4ounce | |
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.1g | 0% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 8.4g | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.