Mastering the Perfect Reheat for Smoked Turkey Breast

Smoked turkey breast is a delicious, convenient alternative to roasting a whole bird. But properly reheating pre-cooked smoked turkey breast can be tricky. Do it right, and you’ll be rewarded with incredibly moist, smokey meat. Do it wrong, and you’ll end up with disappointing dry, stringy results.

Follow this foolproof guide to learn the secrets of perfectly reheating fully-cooked smoked turkey breast every time.

Why Getting the Reheat Right Matters

Fully cooked smoked turkey breast has already reached safe minimum internal temperatures during the smoking process. The goal of reheating is simply to gently and evenly warm it back up while maintaining moisture and texture.

With the wrong reheating method, it’s easy to overcook smoked turkey breast, drying it out. And uneven heating can leave you with partly cold sections. That’s why the reheating technique matters so much.

3 Surefire Ways to Reheat Smoked Turkey Breast

Here are step-by-step instructions for perfectly reheated juicy, smoky turkey breast using 3 different methods

Oven Reheating

The oven allows for very even, gradual reheating and is ideal for larger cuts of turkey breast.

You’ll Need:

• Smoked turkey breast
• Aluminum foil
• Roasting pan
• Meat thermometer

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place turkey breast in roasting pan and cover tightly with foil.
3. Roast approximately 15-20 minutes per pound, until internal temp reaches 140°F when thermometer is inserted in thickest part.
4. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Pro Tip For extra moisture and flavor, add 1⁄2 cup broth to roasting pan before reheating.

Stovetop Reheating

The stovetop method using a skillet or sauté pan is perfect for quickly reheating smaller portions of turkey breast

You’ll Need:

• Smoked turkey breast slices or pieces
• Non-stick skillet
• Meat thermometer

Instructions:

1. Heat non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2. Place turkey breast portions in skillet. Cook approx 3-5 minutes per side until heated through (140°F).
3. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tip: Add a teaspoon of oil or butter to skillet to prevent turkey from drying out.

Slow Cooker Reheating

For fuss-free, hands-off reheating, the slow cooker is ideal.

You’ll Need:

• Smoked turkey breast
• Slow cooker
• 1⁄2 cup broth

Instructions:

1. Place turkey breast in slow cooker insert.
2. Pour in broth.
3. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until heated through completely.
4. Shred or slice turkey.

Pro Tip: Stir in barbecue sauce or hot pepper jelly before slow cooker reheating for added flavor.

Handy Serving Ideas

Once you’ve mastered reheating smoked turkey breast using one of these methods, the possibilities are endless for how to serve it up. Here are just a few ideas:

• Turkey sandwiches with cranberry sauce and stuffing
• Hearty turkey chili or soup
• Tacos topped with melted cheese and salsa
• Turkey sliders on mini buns with barbecue sauce
• Turkey salad with greens, veggies and vinaigrette
• Melty turkey roast beef paninis

With the proper reheating technique, you can enjoy incredibly juicy, smokey leftover turkey breast or prepare the perfect heat-and-serve centerpiece for your next gathering. Experiment with the oven, stovetop or slow cooker to find your favorite go-to reheating method.