Rotisserie turkey breast is a delicious and juicy way to enjoy this classic holiday dish. It’s also a great option for smaller gatherings, as it’s easy to cook and doesn’t require a lot of prep time.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps on how to rotisserie a turkey breast on a gas grill, using the recipe from DadCooksDinner.com as our reference. We’ll also provide some additional tips and tricks to help you achieve the perfect results.
Ingredients:
- 1 gallon cold water
- ¼ cup table salt or ½ cup kosher salt (3 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar
- 6-to–8-pound bone-in turkey breast
- 2 cups wood chips (Cherry wood or your favorite flavor smoking wood)
Instructions:
1 Brine the Turkey Breast:
- Cut away any extra skin from the neck and discard any large pieces of fat from the neck cavity.
- Pour the water into a container and add the salt and sugar. Stir until dissolved.
- Submerge the turkey breast in the brine and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably 4 to 8 hours.
2. Prepare the Grill:
- Set up your gas grill for indirect medium heat (325° to 350°F) with the drip pan in the middle and the heat on the sides.
- If your grill has a smoker box, add the wood chips to it. If not, wrap the wood chips in an aluminum foil envelope and place it on the burner cover directly over one of the lit burners.
- Preheat the grill for at least 15 minutes before adding the turkey.
3. Spit the Turkey Breast:
- One hour before cooking, remove the turkey breast from the brine and pat it dry with paper towels. Discard the brine.
- Trim off any loose pieces of skin or meat near the wings.
- Skewer the breast on the rotisserie spit, securing it with the spit forks.
- Let the turkey rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
4. Cook the Turkey Breast:
- Put the spit on the grill, start the rotisserie spinning, and make sure the drip pan is centered under the turkey.
- Close the lid and cook for about 90 minutes, or until the turkey breast reaches an internal temperature of 150°F in its thickest part.
- If you are using a charcoal grill, add 16 unlit briquettes after an hour to keep the heat going.
5. Carve and Serve:
- Remove the turkey from the grill and remove the spit from the turkey.
- Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Cut the breast halves from the keel bone and ribcage, then carve the breast into ¼-inch-thick slices.
- Arrange the turkey slices on a platter and serve.
Tips:
- For a crispy skin, increase the heat to high for the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- If you don’t have a rotisserie attachment for your grill, you can still cook the turkey breast on a grill pan. Just make sure to turn it regularly so that it cooks evenly.
- Serve the turkey breast with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce.
Additional Resources:
- DadCooksDinner Rotisserie Turkey Breast Recipe: https://www.dadcooksdinner.com/rotisserie-turkey-breast-with-basic-wet-brine/
- Video Tutorial: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jt_ApM7gu8A
Enjoy your delicious and juicy rotisserie turkey breast!
How to Rotisserie a Turkey Breast
FAQ
How long does it take to cook a turkey breast on a rotisserie grill?
How do you rotisserie a turkey on a gas grill?
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How to cook turkey breast in a rotisserie?
Prep the potatoes by tossing them in melted butter and seasoning to taste with salt, set them aside. Combine the garlic powder, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Season the turkey breast and then carefully slide onto the rotisserie spit rod. Fill the rotisserie basket with the potatoes and add that to the spit rod.
How do you cook a Turkey on a rotisserie?
Skewer the turkey on your spit, running the prongs under the belly of the bird, so you don’t pierce the meat on the breast. (See the picture below, where the turkey is upside down.) Cook the Turkey to 160°F: Put the spit on the grill, and turn on the rotisserie motor. Cook with the lid closed.
How long does it take to Rotisserie a Turkey?
Rotisserie the turkey: Put the spit on the grill, start the rotisserie motor, and cook with the lid closed. (If you are using an infrared rotisserie burner, shut it off after the turkey is browning nicely, about 30 minutes.) It should take about 1 ½ hours to cook, depending on the size of the breast.
How do you cook a chicken breast on a rotisserie?
Skewer the breast on the rotisserie spit, securing it with the spit forks. Let it rest at room temperature until it is time to cook. Set up the grill: Set up the grill for indirect medium heat (325° to 350°F), with the drip pan in the middle of the grill and the heat on the sides.