Ultimate Char-Grilled Whole Turkey
Ultimate Char-Grilled Whole Turkey brings succulent, juicy meat under a crisp, bronzed skin with a whisper of Italian herbs and pepper. Grilling lends a gentle smokiness that sets it apart from oven-roasted birds, making it a standout centerpiece for holidays or summer cookouts alike. Serve it when you want big flavor with minimal fuss and maximum wow factor.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook2 hrs
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Assemble all ingredients. Set up an outdoor grill for indirect medium-high heat.
- 2
Remove and throw away the giblets. Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Fold the wings back to secure the neck skin. Tuck the legs back into place.
- 3
Brush the turkey with oil. Season the inside and outside with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set the turkey, breast-side up, on a metal grate inside a large roasting pan.
- 4
Set the roasting pan over indirect heat on the preheated grill. Grill until the internal thigh temperature reaches 180 degrees F (85 degrees C), 2 to 3 hours.
- 5
Take the turkey off the grill and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Calories 88.52 kcal Low Source
- Protein 14.25 g Good Source
- Carbs 0.43 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.32 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 1.26 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 45.36 mg Moderate
- Sodium 127.51 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.02 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.02 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.02 g Low Source
- Calcium 0.24 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.01 mg Low Source
- Potassium 0.71 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.