Description
This Oven Roasted Turkey Breast recipe results in a juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin, perfect for your holiday table or any special occasion. The herb butter paste adds aromatic flavors that complement the tender turkey meat.
Ingredients
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For the Turkey:
- 1 bone-in, skin-on turkey breast (5–6 pounds)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry and place it on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Make the Herb Butter: Mix butter, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Season the Turkey: Rub half of the herb butter under the turkey skin and spread the rest over the outside.
- Add Broth: Pour chicken broth into the pan.
- Roast the Turkey: Roast uncovered for 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and Carve: Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For extra-crispy skin, broil for the last few minutes.
- You can substitute dried herbs for fresh.
- Leftovers are great for sandwiches or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
