Char-Broiled Turkey Recipe

Name: Char-Broiled Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 pounds turkey; 1 x salt and black pepper; 1 x vegetable oil; 1 x onions cut into cubes; 2 Stalks celery cut into 2 inch cubes; 2 each limes quartered; 1 each lemon quartered; 1 each oranges quartered; 1 each apples quartered; 1 quart water; 1 1/2 sticks butter; 1 each lemon thinly sliced; 1 x potato chips mesquite or hickory

Servings: persons

15 pounds turkey
1 x salt and black pepper
1 x vegetable oil
1 x onions cut into cubes
2 Stalks celery cut into 2 inch cubes
2 each limes quartered
1 each lemon quartered
1 each oranges quartered
1 each apples quartered
1 quart water
1 1/2 sticks butter
1 each lemon thinly sliced
1 x potato chips mesquite or hickory

1
Preheat charcoal grill to medium heat with most of coals on end opposite where turkey will be sitting directly over.
2
Wash and rinse turkey, removing giblets.
3
Dry with absorbent towels, and season inside of turkey with salt and pepper.
4
Rub outside of bird with oil.
5
Stuff with onions, celery, orange, apple, 2 limes and the 1 lemon quartered.
6
Completely fill cavities to keep turkey moist.
7
Melt butter in roasting pan, add water and sliced lemon (add more lemon juice if desired).
8
Cover turkey tightly (crimp edges) with aluminum foil, and cook over grill for 4 to 6 hours, removing foil and adding smoker chips for last hour or so.
9
Alternatively, stuff the bird and then cover with aluminum foil and bake in 350F (180C) F oven for 6 to 7 hours.

3839

kcal

Calories

178

Fat

Carbs

496

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 15 pounds turkey, 1 x salt and black pepper, 1 x vegetable oil, 1 x onions cut into cubes, and more.

Yes, Char-Broiled Turkey 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Char-Broiled Turkey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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