Mexican Inspired Turkey Breast
If you’re cooking for a smaller crowd this Thanksgiving, this Mexican inspired turkey breast recipe should be at the top of your list.
Servings: 6 People
Ingredients
- 1 Turkey Breast - Fresh or Frozen
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tbsp Achiote paste
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 cup White vinegar
Instructions
- Remove the turkey from the packaging and remove the skin.
- Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, cut out the turkey backbone.
- Combine all dry ingredients. Set aside 1 tbsp of the mixed seasoning aside for later use
- Season the turkey breast on both sides.
- Preheat the grill to 275 degrees, indirect heat, and place the turkey breast directly on the grates.
- While the turkey is cooking, combine the all remaining ingredients, along with the reserved seasoning mix in a food processor or blender.
- When the turkey breast reaches 145 degrees internal temperature, remove the grill and place on 2 pieces of aluminum foil.
- Cover the turkey with the braising liquid, wrap tightly with the foil and place back on the grill.
- Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
- Remove the grill, allow it to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes, carve and serve!
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 738mg | Potassium: 368mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 427IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
