Grilled Turkey
This Grilled Turkey recipe is juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor! An easy step-by-step guide to cooking the perfect turkey on the grill for holidays, or any family gathering!
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 12-24 pound Whole Turkey fully thawed
- ½ cup Butter softened
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Dried Thyme Leaves
- 2 cups chicken Broth
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey and turk the wings under the turkey. You can tie back the wings of the turkey if you prefer.
- Place the turkey in a foil roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- Rub the butter all over the skin of the turkey.
- Mix together the garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika and dried thyme leaves. Rub this mixture on the outside of the turkey.
- Turn off the middle burner on the grill and then place the turkey on the grill over indirect heat with the lid on the grill closed.
- Cook the turkey based on the size of the turkey and use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- A 12-15 pound turkey will take approximately 2 to 2 ½ hours. A 15-20 pound turkey will take approximately 2 ½ – 3 hours. A 20-24 pound turkey will take approximately 3 – 3 ½ hours. Check the turkey every 30 minutes and add more broth if needed.
- Remove the turkey from the grill and let the turkey rest for 20 minutes. T
- Move the turkey to a serving platter, carve and enjoy!
Notes
To thaw a turkey properly, allow 24 hours for every 5 pounds of turkey to thaw in a refrigerator.
Recipe Tips
- Place over Indirect Heat - Keeps the turkey juicy and prevents burning.
- Use a Meat Thermometer - It’s the best way to ensure perfect doneness. We recommend checking in the thickest part of the thigh. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.
- Let it Rest - Don’t skip the resting period. It keeps the meat tender.
- Try a Marinade - Soak the turkey overnight in buttermilk or a citrus brine for added flavor. Try this Turkey Brine Recipe for another easy idea.
- Grilling Turkey - Place the turkey in a drip pan to catch all the drippings for delicious turkey gravy.
Nutrition
Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 70g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 253mg | Sodium: 1149mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 3mg
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