‘Tis the season for holiday stress! But getting dinner on the table during the holidays doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.
This year, ditch the stress and make your life easier with this double-smoked turkey breast recipe. Your family will be so impressed with how delicious it is, they’ll never know how easy it was to make.
Where To Buy Smoked Turkey
For this recipe, we started with a pre-cooked, oak-smoked turkey breast from Southside Market. Since it’s already fully-cooked, you can simply warm it in the oven or even in the microwave.
But we decided to go all in for the ultimate smoky flavor and heat it on our smoker. This method is quick, easy, and produces delicious results every time.
Of course, you can use any smoked turkey brand, but we like using the Southside Market turkey for a few reasons. First, it’s high-quality all-white meat (which is my personal favorite). It’s also pre-cooked which cuts way down on the cooking time. And finally, it is already smoked and seasoned with a delicious peppery rub so the flavor is spot on.
How To Make A Double-Smoked Turkey Breast
Note: The printable and sharable recipe can be found at the end of this article.
When smoking a pre-cooked, smoked turkey breast, you’re essentially reheating and adding more flavor, rather than cooking it from scratch. Generally, you should smoke it at around 225-250°F. The reheating process typically takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the size of the turkey breast and how well your smoker maintains its temperature.
- Preheat your smoker to 225-250°F. For faster cooking, you could go up to a maximum of 325°F. Any higher and you risk drying out the turkey.
- Place the thawed pre-smoked turkey breast in the smoker. For faster cooking and to help ensure a moist turkey breast, you can wrap the meat in foil.
- If desired, periodically baste with melted butter.
- Smoke until you reach an internal temperature of around 140-150°F. Since you’re working with a pre-cooked turkey, you don’t need to reach the normal full cooking temperature of 165°F. You need just enough heat to warm it through and infuse the smoky flavor, while keeping the meat moist.
- Remove from grill and let rest for at least 10 minutes (30 minutes is ideal) before slicing and serving.
Important Note: The actual reheating time will be impacted by several factors including the temperature of your smoker and the size of your turkey breast. Always check the internal temperature of your turkey breast with a probe thermometer.
Side Dishes For Smoked Turkey
If you’re planning on serving this delicious double-smoked turkey breast, you might also be interested in a few classic side dishes to complement the main course.
Classic Smoked Turkey Side Dishes
- Sausage Dressing
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Green Bean Casserole
- Dinner Rolls
- Turkey Gravy
- Pecan Pie
Recipe Ideas For Leftover Smoked Turkey Breast
If you have any leftovers (which let’s be honest, is unlikely!), there are plenty of delicious recipes you can make with smoked turkey.
Turkey Club Sandwich
Layer some sliced turkey breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on your favorite bread for a filling sandwich that’s perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. Add a little mayo or mustard to taste.
Turkey Pot Pie
Turn leftovers into a hearty pot pie by adding some chopped vegetables and gravy to shredded turkey. Top with a puff pastry crust and bake until golden brown.
Turkey Tacos
Spice up your leftover turkey by using it in tacos. Add some shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and cilantro for a delicious dinner that the whole family will love.
Turkey Soup
Nothing beats a warm bowl of soup on a cold winter day! Add chopped turkey, carrots, celery, potatoes, and onion to chicken broth and simmer until vegetables are tender. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
Turkey Salad
Dice up some turkey breast and mix it with diced celery, grapes, walnuts, and your favorite salad dressing for a tasty salad that’s perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Turkey Quesadillas
Simply layer sliced turkey breast, shredded cheese, and chopped veggies on a soft tortilla then grilled until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side if desired.
Cranberry Turkey Wraps
Spread some whole grain cranberry mustard on a whole wheat wrap then top with sliced smoked turkey breast, romaine lettuce leaves, and crumbled goat cheese (or any other type of cheese you like). Roll it up and enjoy!
Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole
Just mix together all your favorite Thanksgiving leftovers (like turkey breast, stuffing, potatoes and green beans) in a big casserole dish, then bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through. Top with shredded cheese if desired then serve hot.
Final Thoughts: Double-Smoked Turkey Breast
This year, make your holiday meal prep easier than ever by starting with a delicious pre-cooked, smoked turkey breast. And don’t forget that when it comes to meat, choosing a high-quality cut makes all the difference which is why we went with Southside Market.
Just follow the recipe below and you’ll have a delicious, show-stopping main dish that will impress your guests without any of the stress.
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Double-Smoked Turkey Breast
This easy double-smoked turkey breast is a quick and delicious way to get your holiday meal on the table without the stress.
Ingredients
- Pre-cooked smoked turkey breast
- Melted butter, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225-250°F. For faster cooking, you could go up to a maximum of 325°F. Any higher and you risk drying out the turkey.
- Place the thawed pre-smoked turkey breast in the smoker. For faster cooking and to help ensure a moist turkey breast, you can wrap the meat in foil.
- If desired, periodically baste with melted butter.
- Smoke until you reach an internal temperature of around 140-150°F. Since you're working with a pre-cooked turkey, you don’t need to reach the normal full cooking temperature of 165°F. You need just enough heat to warm it through and infuse the smoky flavor, while keeping the meat moist.
- Remove from grill and let rest for at least 10 minutes (30 minutes is ideal) before slicing and serving.
Notes
When smoking a pre-cooked, smoked turkey breast, you’re essentially reheating and adding more flavor, rather than cooking it from scratch. Generally, you should smoke it at around 225-250°F. The reheating process typically takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the size of the turkey breast and how well your smoker maintains its temperature. The actual cook time will vary depending on the size of the turkey breast and your smoker.
We used a Southside Market smoked, all-white meat turkey breast for our recipe.
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