How to Make Turkey Injection Recipe
By Nancy
Want a juicier turkey? Try this Turkey Injection Recipe for flavorful, moist meat every time. Learn the best ingredients and techniques!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs
Total Time 3 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 50 kcal
- Butter melted: 1 cup
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Garlic powder: 2 tbsp
- Onion powder: 2 tbsp
- Fresh herbs: 2 tbsp
- Kosher salt: 1 tbsp
- Black pepper: 1 tsp
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper
- Lemon juice or zest
- Honey or maple syrup
- White wine
Preparing the Injection Marinade
Melt the butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter without allowing it to brown.
Add ingredients: Stir in the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk thoroughly: Ensure the ingredients are fully combined and dissolved.
Strain the mixture: Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids that might clog the injector needle.
Let it cool: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before using to avoid burning or coagulation.
Injecting the Turkey
Clean and dry the turkey: Pat the turkey dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and ensure the marinade adheres properly.
Fill the injector: Load the prepared injection marinade into the meat injector.
Insert at an angle: Position the needle at a 45-degree angle and insert it into the thickest parts of the turkey.
Inject in multiple locations: Distribute the marinade evenly throughout the bird, focusing on the breasts, thighs, and drumsticks.
Adjust needle depth: Vary the depth of the needle slightly as you inject to spread the marinade more effectively.
Massage the turkey: Gently massage the injection sites to help distribute the marinade evenly and prevent pooling.
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