How Long To Smoke A Turkey Breast In Electric Smoker?

How long does it take to smoke a turkey breast in an electric smoker?

3 1/2 to 4 hours

How do you smoke a turkey breast in an electric smoker?

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Turkey Breast on the Masterbuilt Electric

How many minutes per pound do you smoke a turkey breast?

Place turkey breast on smoker, breast facing up. I estimate about 35 minutes per pound. Baste the breast with butter approximately once ever hour to keep the skin crispy. Refresh the wood chips with the the remaining wood chips after about 2 hours.

How long will it take to smoke a turkey at 225 degrees?

At 225 degrees F, you can plan on approximately 30 minutes per pound for your turkey to smoke. For example, this 15 pound turkey will take 7 and 1/2 hours at 225 degrees F. I always plan an extra 30 minutes, just in case. Use an instant read thermometer to check the temperature of the turkey in the breast and thigh.

Should I brine a turkey breast before smoking?

A combination of water and ice cubes can be used to chill the brine. Add the water and turkey to a large container to completely submerge the turkey. Refrigerate overnight, or for 12 to 15 hours. Completely rinse the turkey and pat dry before smoking or roasting.

What is the best temperature to smoke a turkey?

Smoker Temperature

• At 235 F/115 C, your turkey will take 30 to 35 minutes per pound.
• At 250 F/120 C, your turkey will take 25 to 30 minutes per pound.
• At 275 F/135 C, your turkey will take 20 to 25 minutes per pound.

Do you smoke turkey breast up or down?

If using a smoker, prepare it for cooking at 225° to 240°F and have enough smoking wood ready to last 3 to 4 hours or so. Place the turkey, breast side down, directly on the smoker grate. Smoke for 1 hour, maintaining the proper temperature in the smoker.

How long does it take to smoke a 6 pound turkey breast?

In the Smoker

Cook 30-40 minutes per pound. The average turkey breast is about 6 pounds- this will about 3 hours. Turkey legs (Smoker): Set smoker to 225°F. Turkey legs will take about 4 hours.

How long should you brine a turkey for?

Pop the turkey into the fridge and let it brine for at least 8 hours (and up to 18 hours). Just don’t leave the turkey in the brine for longer than recommended—over-brining can render the bird too salty and turn the texture spongy.