Ingredients
1recipeturkey brineoptional
12lbwhole turkeygiblets and neck removed
½cupBBQ rub
1onionquartered
1lemonquartered
4sprigsfresh herbssuch as thyme, rosemary or parsley
3cupschicken broth
fresh herbsfor garnish
cooking spray
Preparation
Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F. Load the smoker with apple wood.
Coat a large disposable aluminum pan with cooking spray. Place the turkey in the pan and tuck the wings under the body.
Stuff the cavity of the turkey with the onion, lemon and herbs, then use kitchen twine to tie the legs together.
Sprinkle the BBQ rub all over the surface of the turkey.
Place the turkey in the smoker. Cook for 6 to 7 hours, basting with chicken broth every 30 to 45 minutes, until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F. Refill the wood chips as needed.
If the turkey starts to get too dark, cover it with foil.
Let the turkey rest for 10 to 15 minutes then transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with herbs if desired, then serve.
