Smoked Turkey Breast || Gracefult Kitchen

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Smoked Turkey Breast

Turkey

A smoked turkey breast with butter in the injection and a savory rub guarantees tender and juicy results. Simple ingredients with great results.

Ingredients

1 (7 pound) whole turkey breast

Injection:

½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning

Rub:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Description

Preheat a smoker to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Add hickory chips according to manufacturer's instructions.
Combine chicken broth, melted butter, salt, and poultry seasoning in a small bowl. Inject solution evenly throughout breast.
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small dish. Brush evenly over breast.
Combine salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle rub over entire breast, making sure to coat all sides evenly.
Place breast in the preheated smoker and smoke for 3 hours or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Remove from smoker and let rest for 20 minutes.