Cajun Spatchcock Smoked Turkey

This Cajun Spatchcock Smoked Turkey is a flavorful holiday highlight. Spatchcocking ensures faster, more even cooking, while a savory Cajun injection marinade creates a juicy and delicious turkey in every bite. A fantastic method for a memorable meal.

👥 12 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 3h 30m⏳ Prep: 30 min🔥 Cook: 2h 30m👤 James Carter📖 cookfastrecipes

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🥘 Ingredients

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🍳 Cookware

blender
bowl
cutting board

📝 Preparation Steps

Place the turkey breast side down. Using sturdy poultry shears, cut along both sides of the backbone to remove it. Flip the turkey over and press down firmly on the breastbone to flatten it completely. Tuck the wing tips under the body.

For the injection, combine the apple cider, melted butter, garlic, soy sauce, Creole seasoning, seafood seasoning, hot sauce, 1 ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp cayenne pepper in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.

Creole seasoning1 tablespoon

Load a meat injector with the mixture. Systematically inject the liquid deep into the turkey meat, spacing injections about one inch apart. Focus on the thickest parts like the breast, thighs, and drumsticks.

In a small bowl, mix the remaining rub ingredients: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cumin, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and ¼ tsp cayenne. Pat the turkey skin dry, brush with oil, and generously season the turkey all over with the rub.

paprika2 teaspoonsgarlic powder1 teaspoononion powder1 teaspoondried thyme1 teaspoon

Preheat your smoker or grill for indirect cooking to 325°F (160°C). Add the apple wood chunks. Place the spatchcocked turkey on the grill grates, skin side up.

Cook for about 2 to ⏱️ 3 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F (74°C).

Remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest uncovered on a cutting board for 20 to ⏱️ 30 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute. Carve and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

calories

450 calories

fat Content

25g fat

serving Size

1 serving

fiber Content

0g fiber

sugar Content

2g sugar

sodium Content

850mg sodium

protein Content

48g protein

carbohydrate Content

3g carbs

saturated Fat Content

8g saturated fat

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