Smoked Turkey Breast on a Pellet Grill
Traeger Smoked Turkey Breast 🔗
This tender and juicy Traeger Smoked Turkey Breast can be prepared using bone-in or boneless meat. The turkey is seasoned to perfection using a dry rub with or without a brine This spread can be made with any smoker or pellet grill for holidays, weeknight dinners, or any occasion!
Prep: 30min
Total: 270min
Serving Size: 0.5 pound
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 0.5 pound, calories 371 kcal, Fat 11 g, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 58 g
Ingredients:
- 6 to 8 pound turkey breast (Bone-in or boneless.)
- Injectable Butter Marinade (Optional. You will need 1 ounce per pound of turkey. See notes for information on what I used.)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (Or olive oil spray. I use a lot less by using oil I've added to a bottle)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar or sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instruction:
- Preheat the smoker to 225 degrees.
- (Optional Step) Inject the turkey breast with the marinade. Focus on areas throughout the entire breast.
- Drizzle the turkey with olive oil or I like to use this oil spray bottle that I load with olive oil. It makes it easier to coat the turkey by spraying it on and you will likely use less oil since it’s also injected with butter.
- Season the entire breast and rub the spices into the skin.
- Place the turkey breast in the smoker. Smoke for 3 hours.
- Adjust the heat on the smoker to 350 degrees and cook the turkey until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. This can take 1-3 additional hours depending on turkey size. (I adjust the heat for crispy skin. You can continue to smoke it at 225 if you wish).
- You will need to use a probe or meat thermometer to test. You always want to test the thickest part of the turkey. Ensure it reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees. I usually test several areas of the turkey to be sure.
- Allow the turkey to rest for a minimum of 15-20 minutes prior to slicing to allow the juicies to settle. If you slice too soon it will result in dry turkey.
- Keep the turkey drippings if you plan to make gravy. I combine it with a tablespoon of butter and then start with a tablespoon of flour and add more if necessary to thicken.
FAQ
How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast on a pellet grill?
You may discover that some recipes say 30 minutes per pound will work, but I have found that is not enough time at 225°F. Place your turkey breast on the smoker grill grate and cook for 40 to 45 minutes per pound, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast at 225 degrees?
A 7-pound turkey breast requires about 4 hours in the smoker according to a good rule of thumb that states that a bone-in turkey breast should be smoked at 225°F for about 35 minutes per pound.
How do you smoke a turkey breast on a pellet grill pit boss?
The thermometer that comes with the Camp Chef Woodwind Pellet Grill is one of my favorite features; insert the probe to check the internal temperature of your turkey as it cooks at 225 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and 165 degrees internally.
What temp do you cook a turkey breast on a pellet smoker?
The thermometer that comes with the Camp Chef Woodwind Pellet Grill is one of my favorite features; insert the probe to check the internal temperature of your turkey as it cooks at 225 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and 165 degrees internally.