Farmhouse Smoked Turkey Breast with Herb Butter

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Juicy turkey breast smoked gently with fresh herbs and finished with a fragrant herb butter for a farm-to-table delight. This American barbecue recipe, ready in about 200 minutes, pairs turkey breast, unsalted butter, and fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp minced rosemary, 1 tbsp minced thyme, and 3 minced garlic cloves until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry the 4 lbs turkey breast and season with 1 tbsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper all over.
  3. Step 3: Gently lift the skin of the turkey breast and spread half of the herb butter underneath, then rub the remaining butter all over the skin.
  4. Step 4: Preheat smoker to 225°F, adding 1.5 cups of apple wood chips for a mild fruity smoke.
  5. Step 5: Smoke the turkey breast for approximately 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting every hour with remaining herb butter.
  6. Step 6: Remove from smoker and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing to serve warm and juicy.

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