If you are looking for the best options for cooking a whole turkey or a turkey breast, you have come to the right place! A perfectly juicy and tender turkey is always the star of Thanksgiving dinner every year. Let’s start with a few personal preferences depending on your situation:
- Erin’s Personal Favorite is the Best Grilled Turkey. Love the flavor that comes with grilling and getting the turkey out of the oven helps with cooking all our favorite side dishes!
- Traditional Herb Butter Turkey would be a great option for a first time Thanksgiving host or someone that doesn’t have any special equipment, like grill, smoker, deep fryer, etc.
- Small Crowd? Scroll down to the list of juicy turkey beasts.
Prepping Your Turkey
Before you jump right in to cooking your turkey, you need to purchase it and get it ready to go! Every good plan for making the best Thanksgiving turkey starts by determining how much turkey per person you will need. Then you will need to think about:
Complete List Of Ways To Cook A Whole Turkey
Ultimate Herb Butter Turkey
It is time to make this delicious Herb Butter Turkey recipe this holiday season! This traditional, oven-roasted turkey uses simple ingredients to make an easy herbed butter and basting liquid, you will have the most tender turkey you have ever tasted. Definitely a crowd-pleaser that you will be making year after year & great for beginners!
Ultimate Smoked Turkey Recipe (How to Smoke a Turkey)
The process of smoking a turkey can seem intimidating, but we are breaking everything down for you, to make it as simple and easy as possible! All your questions answered!
BEST Grilled Turkey (how to grill a turkey)
A personal favorite, this is an easy, step-by-step tutorial that teaches you how to make the most delicious Grilled Turkey! The flavor is amazing and it is so much more simple than you think. Such a great way to free up oven space!
Butter and Sage Roasted Turkey
An easy, oven-roasted turkey recipe for the most flavorful and juicy turkey that you can imagine. Perfect for serving a crowd at your next holiday dinner! Don’t forget to use all the delicious pan drippings to make turkey gravy too!
JUICY Spatchcock Turkey
An easy, delicious way to cook your Holiday turkey in a fraction of the time! Follow this simple, step-by-step guide that will teach how to make a juicy spatchcock turkey!
How to Deep Fry a Turkey
Deep Fried Turkey is an amazing choice for your Thanksgiving dinner that results in the most crispy skin! So easy to make, the turkey cooks fast and your oven is open for ALL the other side dishes!
Smoked Spatchcock Turkey
Smoked Spatchcock Turkey is a Holiday favorite! Even cooking to give you perfectly juicy meat with a much shorter cook time. Feel free to brine it first (optional) and we have a couple different seasoning options. Cannot wait for you to try this one!
Orange Turkey (+ dry rub and basting liquid)
A perfectly roasted Orange Turkey will be the most juicy and tender Thanksgiving turkey you have ever eaten! With light & refreshing notes of fresh oranges, savory herbs, and melted butter, it is sure to be a family favorite in no time!
How to Cook a Turkey (Ultimate Guide)
Your complete guide to cooking a flavorful and juicy turkey every time! The entire family is going to love this simple recipe and you will be amazed at just how easy it is!
Complete List Of Ways To Cook A Turkey Breast
If you are hosting a smaller crowd this year, you can easily make a turkey breast instead of a whole, large turkey. They are smaller, take less time, and are easier to carve. So if the amount of meat works for your holiday gathering, you should definitely give it a try!
Juicy Roast Turkey Breast
A classic, tried-and-true oven roasted turkey breast that is always a crowd-pleaser (and so easy to make)! Perfect for smaller celebrations.
Citrus Butter Instant Pot Turkey Breast
It is time to get that turkey breast out of the oven and make this delicious Instant Pot Turkey Breast recipe! It will give you the most juicy turkey meat in a fraction of the cook time. Perfect for a Sunday supper, family gathering or special occasion!
Smoked Turkey Breast (How to Smoke a Turkey Breast)
Smoked Turkey Breast is an incredibly easy, delicious option for your next special occasion (including Thanksgiving). That smoky flavor, delicious skin and juicy meat will wow your guests!
Deep Fried Turkey Breast
Looking to make the most juicy turkey breast? You have to make a Deep Fried Turkey Breast! In under an hour, you will have the most tender turkey meat on the inside and super crispy skin on the outside. Perfect for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas dinner, or any other special occasion!
Grilled Turkey Breast
A Grilled Turkey Breast is an amazing addition to any Thanksgiving or holiday meal! Easy to make, packed with classic grilled flavors and opens up space in your oven for all the delicious side dishes!
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
A step-by-step tutorial on how to easily make a turkey breast completely in your crockpot! Perfect for a weekend family dinner or if you are hosting a small crowd for Thanksgiving. So juicy, tender, and doesn’t require any oven space!
Cooked Turkey Tips
No matter which option you pick for cooking your turkey or turkey breast, there are so many things to think about. Like holding on to those pan drippings to learn how to make turkey gravy! And checkout our complete guide on how to carve a turkey or how to carve a turkey breast to make sure you are getting as much meat as possible. Plus, once you have all the meat carved you are probably going to need some delicious turkey leftover recipes too!
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