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Smoked Spatchcock Turkey
Achieve a juicy, evenly cooked turkey with incredibly crispy skin using this spatchcock smoking method. The Cajun butter injection adds a layer of great flavor that will make your holiday meal unforgettable.
👥 10 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 3h 25m⏳ Prep: 25 min🔥 Cook: 2h 30m👤 John Miller📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- blender
- pan
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your smoker to 275°F. Use a mild wood like apple or cherry for a subtle smoke flavor.
2
In a blender, combine melted butter, 1/4 cup chicken stock, celery, bell pepper, onion, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, hot sauce, and salt. Process until very smooth. Keep this Cajun butter injection mixture warm over low heat.
(2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled1 cuphot sauce2 tablespoons
3
To spatchcock the turkey, remove the giblets and neck. Place the turkey breast-side down. Using sturdy kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the backbone to remove it completely.
4
Flip the turkey over and press down firmly on the breastbone with the heel of your hand to flatten it. Tuck the wing tips under the back. Place the prepared turkey on a wire rack set inside a large roasting pan.
5
Fill a flavor injector with the warm Cajun butter and inject it into the thickest parts of the turkey (breasts, thighs, and drumsticks). Pour any remaining butter over the top and sprinkle the skin generously with more Cajun seasoning.
6
Place the pan with the turkey into the preheated smoker. Smoke for approximately ⏱️ 10-12 minutes per pound. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of chicken stock to the bottom of the pan if it starts to look dry.
7
The turkey is done when a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast and thigh reads 165°F. Remove from the smoker and let it rest for ⏱️ 20-30 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutrition Facts
calories
450 calories
fat Content
20g fat
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
0g fiber
sugar Content
3g sugar
sodium Content
500mg sodium
protein Content
60g protein
carbohydrate Content
4g carbs
saturated Fat Content
6g saturated fat
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