Gas Grill:
Step 1
Start with a clean grill rack, bottom tray and a disposable drip pan. Preheat the grill.
Step 2
Cook a whole turkey with indirect cooking. To cook using the indirect heat, turn off the burners directly under the turkey.
Step 3
Turn the burners on the side away from the turkey to medium-low.
Step 4
Place the disposable drip pan under the turkey to catch the drippings. Do not use the drippings.
Turkey Grilling Guidelines:
| Whole Turkey, unstuffed | Grill Time | Internal Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 12 pounds | 2 to 3 hours | 180°F in thigh and 165°F in breast |
Tips:
- Purchase a fresh whole turkey or fully thaw a frozen turkey that will fit under a covered grill. There should be one inch of space between the turkey and grill lid.
- Turkeys weighing 16 pounds or less are best for grilling.
- Remove neck, giblet and gravy packet, if applicable.
- Do not stuff the turkey.
- Grills vary greatly. Only indicator turkey is cooked is a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh registering 180°F and 165°F in breast.
Wash hands and all items that come into contact with uncooked turkey.
Find more whole turkey basics here.
