Grilled Whole Turkey Recipe

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This is still a grilled whole turkey, of course; it’s just grilled turkey in two pieces, and that’s what makes it so much better. Read on to find out why. I’ve been grilling a turkey on Thanksgiving for years, but it’s only been the last few years that I ditched grilling the entire bird as a whole.

Place turkey, breast side up, on grill grid directly over drip pan. Cover grill; leave vents open. If using charcoal grill, add 6 to 8 briquets to both sides of the fire every hour or as needed to maintain heat. Cook turkey until meat thermometer reaches 180°F when inserted into deepest part of thigh not touching bone.

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Easy Grilled Whole Turkey Recipe 🔗

Delicious and easy grilled whole turkey recipe that requires no basting, no hassle, and no stress for your Thanksgiving dinner.

Prep: 8h15min

Total: 10h45min

Serving Size: 1

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1, calories 30 calories, Sugar 2.4g, Sodium 588mg, Fat 0.7g, Saturated Fat 0.1g, Carbohydrate 3.5g, Fiber 0.7g, Protein 2.9g, Cholesterol 7mg

Ingredients:

  • 1 (12-15 lbs) whole turkey, thoroughly thawed
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro

Instruction:

  1. Remove and discard giblets and neck from turkey. Trim excess fat and rinse the turkey with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Gently separate skin from the breast and drumsticks by inserting your fingers and slowing pushing between the skin and the meat. Be careful not to break the skin. Place turkey on a big plate.
  3. Combine all spices and herbs in a small bowl. Rub seasoning mixture over the turkey as well as under the skin. Cover turkey loosely with foil; refrigerate overnight.
  4. When ready to cook, preheat grill to 375°F.
  5. Place the marinated turkey directly on the grill and close the cap. Grill for 2.5 hours undisturbed or until meat thermometer registers 180°F. Serve with your favorite stuffing and cranberry sauce.

FAQ

How do you keep a turkey from drying out on the grill?

Prepare the Grill Regardless of the type of grill you use, keep the turkey away from the edges of the cooking surface so that heat can flow around it. You want even heating so one side doesn’t cook faster than the other. Use a drip pan. Indirect heat is the key to moist, evenly cooked meat.

How do you cook a turkey on a gas grill?

10 to 16 lb. turkeys will take 2 to 3 hours on the grill to cook to an internal temperature of 180° F in the thigh and 170° F in the breast. Once done, remove and let stand for 15 minutes before carving.

How long does it take to grill a 16 pound turkey?

10. Calculate the time and temperature for roasting a turkey. The simplest way to determine roasting times for a turkey is to multiply the weight by 13 minutes at 350°F for an unstuffed turkey (roughly 3 hours), or by 15 minutes per pound for a stuffed turkey.

How long does it take to grill a turkey at 350?

10. Calculate the time and temperature for roasting a turkey. The simplest way to determine roasting times for a turkey is to multiply the weight by 13 minutes at 350°F for an unstuffed turkey (roughly 3 hours), or by 15 minutes per pound for a stuffed turkey.

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