Gas Grill Turkey

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This turkey cooked on a gas grill comes out juicy with a crispy brown skin.

Submitted by scoobyj45
Updated on December 13, 2023
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a high angle view of a golden-brown gas grilled turkey resting on a wooden cutting board.
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
3 hrs 35 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
4 hrs
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed

  • 3 cups water

  • 2 cups cold butter, cut into pieces

  • 2 tablespoons seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)

  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper

  • 2 cubes chicken bouillon granules

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    an overhead view of a raw turkey in a roasting pan surrounded by butter and seasonings.

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  2. Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place turkey into a roasting pan with the breast facing up.

    an overhead view of a raw turkey in a roasting pan.

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  3. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Stir in butter, seasoned salt, pepper, and bouillon cubes until butter melts and bouillon dissolves.

    an overhead view of turkey marinade coming together in a small sauce pan.

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  4. Draw 30 milliliters liquid into a marinade injector; inject all over turkey. Pour remaining liquid into the bottom of the roasting pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil.

    a top down view of a raw turkey being injected with marinade before grilling

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  5. Bake on the preheated grill, basting every 30 minutes, until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 3 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

    a perfectly golden-brown turkey in roasting pan sitting on a hot grill, with a digital thermometer reading 165 degrees.

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  6. Remove turkey from the grill, cover, and let rest in a warm area for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

    a high angle view of a golden-brown gas grill turkey resting on a wooden cutting board.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

1422 Calories
93g Fat
2g Carbs
137g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 1422
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 93g 120%
Saturated Fat 43g 215%
Cholesterol 519mg 173%
Sodium 1593mg 69%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 137g 274%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 162mg 12%
Iron 9mg 50%
Potassium 1399mg 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.