Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey, about 12-14 pounds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1
Remove the turkey from its packaging and pat it dry with paper towels. Use a pair of kitchen shears to cut out the backbone of the turkey, then flip it over and press down on the breastbone to flatten the bird.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Rub the seasoning mixture all over the turkey, making sure to coat it evenly.
Step 4
Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
Step 5
Place the turkey, skin side up, on the smoker grate and close the lid.
Step 6
Smoke the turkey for 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the meat reaches 165°F.
Step 7
Remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
