Turkey:1 12- to 15-pound turkey, neck and giblets removed8 cups chicken broth3 medium white onions, diced4 cloves garlic, crushed1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
Step 1
Place the turkey in a large roasting bag, and add the chicken broth, onions, garlic, and brown sugar. Tie the bag to seal it and place it in a large roasting pan. Allow the turkey to marinate this way in the refrigerator overnight.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the turkey rub; you should have about 2 cups. You can store this rub in an airtight container indefinitely.
Step 3
When you are ready to cook the turkey, preheat a smoker to 250˚F.
Step 4
Remove the turkey from the bag, and discard the marinade. Apply the rub all over the bird. Put the turkey on a rack in a large, deep aluminum pan, place the pan in the smoker, and cook for 5 hours or until the breast meat reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 5
Remove the pan from the smoker. Allow the turkey to rest, loosely covered with foil, for 30 minutes. Then carve the turkey, and serve immediately. Editor’s note: This recipe was originally published in ‘Smokin with Myron Mixon’ and first appeared on Epicurious in December 2011. Head this way for our best stuffing recipes →
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FAQ
How long does it take to smoke an 8 pound turkey breast at 225 degrees?
Keep the temperature in the smoker between 225° and 250° while smoking the turkey for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, or until the thickest part registers 165° on a meat thermometer. Before slicing the turkey, remove it from the pan, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let it stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
How long does an 8 pound turkey take on the smoker?
Whole Turkey Set smoker to 240°F. Cook 30-40 minutes per pound. A smaller, 8 pound turkey will take about 4 hours.
How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast at 225 degrees?
A good rule of thumb is to smoke a bone-in turkey breast at 225°F for about 35 minutes per pound. As a result, a 7-pound turkey breast requires approximately 4 hours in the smoker.
How long does a 8 lb turkey breast take to cook?
How long does a turkey breast take to cook? An 8-pound turkey breast should roast for approximately 2 hours. 5 to 3 hours in a 400 degree F. oven. Cover the baking dish with foil for the first two hours of baking, then take the foil off for the final 30 to 60 minutes.