Smoked Turkey Roast
Juicy, smoky, and full of flavor, this Smoked Turkey Roast is perfect for Thanksgiving, Sunday dinner, or any special occasion. With no brine and just a quick dry rub, the smoker does all the hard work while you take all the credit.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 65kcal
Ingredients
Turkey:
- 1 bone-in turkey roast skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Homemade Turkey Rub:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed rosemary
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your pellet grill or smoker to 250°F and add your favorite wood pellets. Apple, cherry, or hickory are all my favorites.
- Dry the turkey roast thoroughly with paper towels. Brush all over with olive oil or melted butter. In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the dry rub. Rub the mixture evenly all over the turkey, on all sides, pressing in the seasoning to help it stick.
- Place the turkey roast breast side up directly on the grill grates. Insert the probe of a digital meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast (without touching the bone). Close the lid and smoke until the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F, about 35-40 minutes per pound.
- Remove the turkey from the smoker and tent loosely with foil. Rest the turkey for 20 minutes before carving. Slice the turkey breast by cutting along the breastbone, then remove the meat in one piece. Slice across the grain for juicy, tender pieces.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes and watch everyone go back for seconds. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Monitor the temperature: Keep a close eye on the temperature and always cook the turkey to the correct internal temperature instead of by time.
- Wood choice: Use apple or cherry wood for a mild sweetness, or hickory or maple for a bolder, BBQ flavor.
- Leftovers: Save any leftover turkey for sandwiches, sliders, wraps, or turkey soup! It reheats wonderfully!
Nutrition
Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 778mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.4mg
