Smoked Cajun Turkey Breast
Smoked Cajun Turkey Breast is a mouthwatering delight that combines juicy turkey with bold Cajun spices and a hint of smoky flavor. Ideal for holiday feasts or casual barbecues, this dish guarantees to impress your guests. With its simple preparation and delicious results, you can serve it hot or cold, making it perfect for sandwiches or as a main course at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup hickory or mesquite smoker chips
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add wood chips.
- Rub olive oil over the turkey breast, then season generously with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder.
- Let the turkey sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Place the turkey in the smoker skin-side up and smoke for 3-4 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the smoker and let rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or allow to cool for sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Brining the turkey overnight can enhance flavor and moisture.- Customize your spice rub with additional flavors like paprika or cayenne pepper.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.