Another Turkey Recipe Smoked Turkey Recipe This smoked turkey recipe is a whole turkey that's coated in homemade spice rub then slow smoked to tender and juicy perfection. A super easy and impressive holiday main course that won't take up any oven space! Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 6 hours Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes Servings Calories 463kcal Author Sara Welch INGREDIENTS * 1 recipe turkey brine optional, if you choose to brine your turkey, you can skip the chicken broth basting * 12 lb whole turkey giblets and neck removed * 1/2 cup BBQ rub * 1 onion quartered * 1 lemon quartered * 4 sprigs fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary or parsley * 3 cups chicken broth * fresh herbs for garnish * cooking spray INSTRUCTIONS * Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F. Load the smoker with apple wood.
* Coat a large disposable aluminum pan with cooking spray. Place the turkey in the pan and tuck the wings under the body.
* Stuff the cavity of the turkey with the onion, lemon and herbs, then use kitchen twine to tie the legs together.
* Sprinkle the BBQ rub all over the surface of the turkey.
* Place the turkey in the smoker. Cook for 6-7 hours, basting with chicken broth every 30-45 minutes, until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F. Refill the wood chips as needed.
* If the turkey starts to get too dark, cover it with foil.
* Let the turkey rest for 10-15 minutes then transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with herbs if desired, then serve.
NUTRITION Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 70g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 231mg | Sodium: 576mg | Potassium: 794mg | Vitamin A: 210IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 3mg #turkeyrecipe #followdirections #looksgood #thanksgiving #sharingiscaring #eatwell @sarawelch @brownstonersbedstuyhousetour https://www.instagram.com/p/B5XqIObFc3K/?igshid=1uqo3q23hfhbs