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Smoked Turkey Breast is one of the best ways to prepare turkey. This easy poultry recipe keeps the meat tender and juicy, and it is perfect for sandwiches, salads, or even to cut up and put into soup.  This turkey is tender, juicy, and so versatile. Go ahead and make all the fixings for a sit-down meal for dinner, or slice it up and there you have all you need for a loaded turkey sandwich! More Easy Traeger Recipes here! How do I smoke turkey breast?There are as many opinions on this as there are brands of pellet grills these days. Some suggest brining, others skip the brine and just season the turkey breast liberally. People have really strong opinions on pellets too. The different varieties of wood pellets from hickory to applewood to cherry. The answer is, there is no one right answer. The only really important thing is to smoke the breast at the right temperature and for the right amount of time so that your turkey doesn’t dry out in the process. A temperature of 225-250 degrees is best and as far as time, I always stress the importance of a really good and reliable meat thermometer. The magic number is 165 degrees for turkey. Once it reaches the magic number you’ll want to let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing in. Around 30-35 minutes per pound is the standard rule of thumb, but always go by temperature and not by time. How should I slice this smoked turkey breast?If you are going to be serving this with traditional turkey dinner fixings, you’ll want to slice your turkey breast in thick slices. If you are going the sandwich route, slice it a bit thinner and grab some good rustic bread, slather on mayo and mustard, and then layer it up with lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Sliced smoked turkey makes a fabulous clubhouse sandwich. Bacon goes really well with smoked turkey! Slice your turkey and keep it in containers to whip up lunches for school kids or for work. It’s more economical to make it yourself, and nice to know exactly what goes into your food and your body. Prepackaged and deli lunch meats are convenient, but we try and limit preservatives when we can. Besides that, food just tastes better when it’s made at home from scratch. Try our Traeger Thanksgiving Turkey if you are feeding a crowd! What should I serve with smoked turkey?It’s great to have in the refrigerator just to munch on cold, or use in salads or soups. Every last leftover can be used in one way or another. I have a few recipes to share with you right here! I also have a must have recipe for Instant Pot Wild Rice and Mushroom Dressing if the whole spread is what you’re aiming for. I’d also love for you to try this great grilled butternut squash and my Traeger grilled stuffing. Make a mini Turkey dinner any time you want without ALL the fuss. Check out our magnets & stickers!
How do I store my leftover turkey?If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, they keep well in ziplock baggies or containers with a tight seal in your refrigerator for 2-3 days. Beyond that, you will want to use freezer bags and freeze your leftovers. Cooked turkey will keep in the freezer for 2-3 months. Turkey is such a great meal to cook for your family and friends and leftovers are ALWAYS wanted. You can do so many things with the leftover turkey that it’s no wonder everyone is asking for it again and again. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 3 hours Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes Ingredients
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Nutrition Information:Yield:6Serving Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 60Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 190mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 4g Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks! How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast at 225?A good rule of thumb is about 35 minutes per pound when smoking a bone in turkey breast at 225°F. So in this case, a 7-pound turkey breast needs about 4 hours in the smoker.
Do you smoke turkey breast up or down on pellet grill?Place the turkey, breast side down, directly on the grate over indirect heat (that is to say, opposite the lit burner and the foil packet). Close the lid of the grill, turn the heat to medium, and maintain a temperature of 225° to 240°F. Smoke for 1 hour, maintaining the proper temperature in the grill.
How do you keep a turkey breast from drying out in the smoker?Smoke low and slow
At high heat the outer parts of the meat cook much faster than the center and will lose a lot of water before the center is cooked through. Low and slow cooking will allow the meat to retain most of its water. Shoot for 215F-235F temperature in the smoker.
How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast?Smoke turkey, maintaining temperature inside smoker between 225° and 250°, for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 165°. Remove turkey, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let stand 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
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