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Smoked Turkey Breast Recipe

This simple boneless smoked turkey breast recipe is so delicious and easy to make! Perfect for a small Thanksgiving dinner or comforting meal! 
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword grill, Poultry, smoker, Thanksgiving, Turkey
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Brine Time 8 hours
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Author Jesseca

Equipment

  • Grill or smoker

Ingredients

  • 6 cups apple cider
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup salt
  • 1 tablespoon allspice
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 4 cups ice water
  • 1 (3lb) boneless turkey breast
  • Poultry seasoning

Instructions

Prepare the brine (the night before):

  • Combine the apple cider, garlic, brown sugar, salt, allspice, and bay leaves in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the ice water. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Pour the brine over the turkey breast. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Smoking the Turkey:

  • Preheat your Traeger grill to 325 degrees. This should take about 15 minutes with the lid closed.
  • While the grill is preheating, remove the turkey breast from the brine. Rinse and pat dry. Rub with poultry seasoning.
  • Place the turkey breast onto the preheated grill. Cook for 1 to 2 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees. Remove from the grill and allow to sit for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

*Cooking a bone in turkey breast will take approximately 3 to 4 hours to cook, depending on the size. Add additional water to the brine if needed to cover the entire breast.