Brined Grilled Turkey Breast Recipe

Name: Brined Grilled Turkey Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts cold water, divided; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns; 1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 to 3 pounds); 1/4 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup sesame oil; 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 quarts cold water, divided
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 to 3 pounds)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
In a large saucepan, combine 1 quart water, salt, brown sugar and peppercorns. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Pour into a large bowl. Add remaining 1 quart cold water to cool the brine to room temperature. Add turkey breast; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours, turning occasionally.
2
Prepare grill for indirect medium heat, using a drip pan. Meanwhile, combine basting sauce ingredients. Grill turkey, covered, until a thermometer reads 170u00b0, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours, basting occasionally with sauce. Remove to a cutting board. Cover and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts cold water, divided, 1/2 cup kosher salt, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Brined Grilled Turkey Breast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Brined Grilled Turkey Breast

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