Chicken
Smoked Turkey Breast — Moist and Juicy
5 hours·Level: Medium
The best smoked turkey breast recipe that always comes out moist and juicy. A wet brine, applewood smoke, and results that will impress everyone at the table.
Smoked turkey breast is one of the most beloved dishes in American BBQ. The secret is a brine of at least 12 hours and gentle smoking with applewood.
Ingredients — Brine
- 2 liters cold water
- 4 tbsp coarse salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
Additional Ingredients
- 1 whole bone-in turkey breast (2-2.5 kg)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Seasoning: paprika, garlic, thyme, salt
- Applewood chunks for smoking
Smoking
After brining, pat the turkey dry and coat with butter and seasoning. Smoke at 135°C with applewood for about 3-4 hours until the internal temperature reaches 74°C. Let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
