Hickory Smoked Turkey Breast

Name: Hickory Smoked Turkey Breast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 220 min
Ingredients: 1 (7 pound) whole turkey breast; 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

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The butter in the injection and rub guarantees a tender and juicy bird. Simple ingredients with great results.

Recipe by Soup Loving Nicole

Published on November 2, 2020

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

3 hrs

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

3 hrs 40 mins

Servings:

10

Yield:

10 servings

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Ingredients

1 (7 pound) whole turkey breast

Injection:

½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning

Rub:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Preheat a smoker to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Add hickory chips according to manufacturer's instructions.
Combine chicken broth, melted butter, salt, and poultry seasoning in a small bowl. Inject the solution evenly throughout the breast.
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small dish. Brush evenly over the breast.
Combine salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle the rub over the entire breast, making sure to coat all sides evenly.
Place breast in the preheated smoker and smoke for 3 hours or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Remove from smoker and let rest for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

666	Calories
31g	Fat
1g	Carbs
91g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 666
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g	39%
Saturated Fat 11g	55%
Cholesterol 257mg	86%
Sodium 848mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 91g
Vitamin C 1mg	3%
Calcium 72mg	6%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 938mg	20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.