How to Smoke a Turkey: Juicy, Smoky Perfection!

How to Smoke a Turkey: Juicy, Smoky Perfection!

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Learn how to smoke a turkey that's fall-off-the-bone tender! My secret? A simple brine and the right wood chips.

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Ingredients

  • 1 gallon (3.8 liters) water
  • 1 cup (200 grams) kosher salt
  • ¾ cup (150 grams) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, cracked
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 orange, quartered
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 1 (12-14 pound) (5.4-6.4 kg) turkey, completely thawed
  • 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Wood chips (hickory, apple, or pecan recommended)

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