Jun 09 2026

Bbq Turkey Recipe

Time4h
Serves10

Slow roasted turkey, mixed greens, crispy cheddar onions, diced tomatoes, corn & black bean mix, chipotle ranch dressing, and bbq sauce.

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Ingredients

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Turkey

Crispy Cheddar Onions

Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Method

Turkey Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Turkey

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Turkey

    Rub the entire turkey with olive oil, and season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Roast the Turkey

    Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan. Roast for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with the juices from the pan.

  4. 4

    Add BBQ Sauce

    In the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the turkey with BBQ sauce and continue roasting until caramelized.

  5. 5

    Rest the Turkey

    Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.

Mixed Greens Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, and black beans. Toss gently to combine.

Crispy Cheddar Onions Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Onions

    Soak the sliced onions in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 8

    Coat the Onions

    In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt. Dredge the soaked onions in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.

  3. 9

    Fry the Onions

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the coated onions in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 10

    Add Cheddar

    Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot crispy onions and allow it to melt slightly.

Chipotle Ranch Dressing Preparation

  1. 11

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing, chipotle peppers (finely chopped), and lime juice. Mix until well combined.

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