Name: Smoked Turkey Breast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: BBQ
Ingredients: 1 turkey breast (4-5 lbs); 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper

Delicious Turkey

by Scott Bartlow on Feb 17, 2025

Smoked Turkey Breast

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

Cuisine

BBQ

Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

3 hours

This succulent turkey breast is smoked for a juicy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for holidays or special occasions. The smoky flavor elevates the traditional turkey experience. Serve it sliced with gravy or as part of a festive spread!

Ingredients

1 turkey breast (4-5 lbs)
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

Directions

Preheat the smoker to 350°F (176°C).
Use bacon grease or unsalted butter for a binder. Rub the turkey breast with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Or, use one of my rubs and seasonings.
Place the turkey breast in the smoker and cook for 2 hours using post oak or pecan wood chunks.
Wrap turkey breast in foil and add 3-4 slices of butter or bacon grease over turkey breast. Wrap in foil and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from the smoker, and rest for 15 minutes before slicing.