How Long Does It Take to Reheat a Smoked Turkey

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Step One: The Great Thaw (If You’re Not Eating It Now)

If your smoked turkey is frozen, you’ve got a different problem on your hands—and it’s a three-day problem. Thawing a whole turkey in the fridge takes about 24 hours for every 5 pounds. So, if you forgot to take it out, you’re basically hostage to your fridge for the next 72 hours. That’s three entire seasons of your favorite show worth of waiting.

But let’s assume you’re a normal person with a fully thawed bird. You’ve already done the hard part. Now, you just need to conquer the reheat.

Step Two: The Low and Slow Dance

Preheat your oven to 275°F if you’re patient, or 325°F if you’re hangry. If you go the 275 route, you’re looking at about 20 minutes per pound. That’s slower than a sloth on a treadmill, but the result is a turkey that’s juicy, tender, and tastes like it just came off the smoker.

At 325°F, you’re more like a sprinter who forgot to stretch. You’ll save time, but you run the risk of drying out the breast meat. To avoid that tragedy, cover the whole bird loosely with foil. That foil is like a cozy blanket for your turkey. It whispers, “Don’t worry, I’ll keep your moisture safe.”

If you’re reheating just individual slices or a small amount, you can cheat. Wrap the meat in a damp paper towel, put it in a foil packet, and bake at 325°F for 20-30 minutes. It’s the culinary equivalent of a fast pass at Disneyland—you’re still waiting, but much less.