Smoked Turkey Breast with Herb Rub
A bone-in turkey breast rubbed with garlic, sage, thyme and rosemary and slow-smoked until incredibly juicy. Perfect for a smaller holiday or sliced for lunches all week.
Ingredients
- 1 (6 lb) Bone-in turkey breast
- 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, grated
- 1 tbsp each Fresh sage, thyme and rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
Directions
- The night before, rub the turkey all over and under the skin with the salt and refrigerate uncovered.
- Mix the oil, garlic, herbs and pepper and rub it over and under the skin.
- Smoke at 250°F with apple, cherry or pecan wood for 3 to 3 1/2 hours, until the thickest part reaches 160°F. Rest 20 minutes (it will climb to 165°F).
- Remove the skin and slice.
Calorie breakdown
Turkey breast (skin removed) 155 · olive oil 30 · herbs + garlic 1
💡 Lighter tip: Slice cold leftovers thin for sandwiches. They're far better than deli turkey and have no added nitrates.
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