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A turkey is being injected with a marinade using a stainless steel injector, presumably to add flavor and moisture before cooking.

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
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 50 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

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.
Keyword Thanksgiving, holiday, turkey marinade, moist turkey, roasted turkey, injected turkey,