By Traeger Kitchen
Get ready for turkey day with this epic Traeger turkey recipe. Brine your bird to lock in juices and flavor, then slow smoke and roast for a memorable meal that's flavorfully rewarding. Plan ahead! This recipe requires an overnight brine.
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Activating this element will cause content on the page to be updated.8 Quart | water |
1 Cup | plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt |
1/3 Cup | brown sugar |
1/2 Cup | molasses |
1/2 Teaspoon | garlic salt |
1/2 Teaspoon | onion powder |
1 Teaspoon | freshly ground black pepper |
7 | fresh sage leaves |
Ice | |
1 | (8-10 lb) turkey breast |
2 Tablespoon | unsalted butter, room temperature |
To Taste | Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub |
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Activating this element will cause content on the page to be updated.8 Quart | water |
1 Cup | plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt |
1/3 Cup | brown sugar |
1/2 Cup | molasses |
1/2 Teaspoon | garlic salt |
1/2 Teaspoon | onion powder |
1 Teaspoon | freshly ground black pepper |
7 | fresh sage leaves |
Ice | |
1 | (8-10 lb) turkey breast |
2 Tablespoon | unsalted butter, room temperature |
To Taste | Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub |
1
Make the brine: In a large pot, combine the water, 1 cup of salt, brown sugar, molasses, garlic salt, onion powder, pepper, and sage leaves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the salt and sugar. Remove the pot from the heat and add the ice. Stir until melted, then let the brine cool completely.
8 Quart water
1 Cup plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 Cup brown sugar
1/2 Cup molasses
1/2 Teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 Teaspoon onion powder
1 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
7 fresh sage leaves
Ice
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Place turkey breast in the brine and weigh down with a couple of plates to ensure it is fully submerged. Cover with a lid, plastic wrap, or foil and place in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.
1 (8-10 lb) turkey breast
3
When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 375℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.
375 ˚F / 191 ˚C
4
Meanwhile, remove the turkey from the brine and rinse well. Pat dry with paper towels. Spread the butter evenly over the skin, then season with Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub.
2 Tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
To Taste Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub
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Insert the probe into the thickest part of the breast. Place the turkey directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165℉, 2-2 1/2 hours.
375 ˚F / 191 ˚C
165 ˚F / 74 ˚C
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Remove the turkey from the grill and let rest for 15 minutes so the juices can redistribute before slicing and serving. Enjoy!