Description
Delight your guests with a perfectly roasted turkey that’s tender, juicy, and full of flavor. This oven-roasted turkey recipe is a classic for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. The buttery herb mixture adds richness, while the aromatics infuse the meat with extra taste. Follow these simple steps to create a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare the Turkey: Remove giblets and pat the turkey dry. Mix softened butter with seasonings. Rub half of the butter mixture under the turkey skin and the rest over the outside.
- Stuff the Turkey: Place onion, lemon, and garlic in the cavity. Put the turkey on a roasting rack in a pan, pour in chicken broth.
- Roast the Turkey: Roast, basting occasionally, until the thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Carve: Let the turkey rest before carving.
Notes
- Use pan drippings for gravy.
- Consider brining the turkey for extra moisture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 ounces
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
