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Mexican Turkey Breast (Smoked, Jalapeño-Brined)

Mexican Turkey Breast (Smoked, Jalapeño-Brined)

Recipe Details

Author Meat Church
Prep Time Overnight marinade + 15 minutes seasoning rest
Cook Time Cook at 275°F until internal temp reaches 160°F (time varies)

Summary

Savory, gently spicy smoked turkey breast marinated in pickled jalapeño juice and kissed with Dia de la Fajita seasoning, finished with buttery basting for a juicy, aromatic centerpiece.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the boneless turkey breast in a food-safe container. Pour in the entire 26 oz can of pickled jalapeño peppers with juice (include jalapeños and carrots if desired). Refrigerate and marinate overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat your smoker to 275°F using your preferred wood (oak, hickory, pecan, maple, alder, or a fruit wood).

  3. 3

    Remove the turkey from the marinade. Lightly season all sides with Meat Church Dia de la Fajita seasoning. Let the seasoning adhere for 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Place the turkey breast directly on the smoker grate.

  5. 5

    When the internal temperature reaches 120°F, begin basting the turkey with unsalted butter every 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    At 145°F internal, transfer the turkey to an aluminum pan (or wrap in foil) with the sliced stick of butter. Cover the pan with foil and return to the smoker.

  7. 7

    Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 160°F in the thickest part of the breast.

  8. 8

    Remove the turkey from the pan and pour the residual butter over the top of the breast.

  9. 9

    Rest the turkey for 15 minutes.

  10. 10

    Slice against the grain and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 boneless turkey breast
  • to taste Meat Church Dia de la Fajita seasoning
  • 26 oz can pickled jalapeño peppers with juice (La Costeña; include jalapeños and carrots if desired)
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (sliced, for wrapping)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for basting)
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