Herb Mayonnaise Roast Turkey Breast Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
777 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Herb Mayonnaise Roast Turkey Breast Recipe
Description
This recipe involves seasoning a large turkey breast with fine sea salt and black pepper, then slathering it with a mixture of mayonnaise and freshly minced herbs: sage, thyme, parsley, and rosemary. The mayo coating imparts moisture and helps evenly distribute the herbal flavors over the meat. The turkey breast is roasted uncovered at 350°F until it reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F, which takes roughly 60-90 minutes depending on size. Covering with foil temporarily can prevent excessive browning of the mayo topping.
The result is turkey meat that stays moist and tender thanks to the herbaceous mayonnaise barrier, complemented by a flavorful skin. Resting the meat after roasting allows juices to redistribute, enhancing tenderness and ease of slicing. Optional turkey gravy using pan drippings can add moisture and richness when serving.
Typical packaging includes two turkey breasts; you can prepare both simultaneously or separately, doubling the mayonnaise topping accordingly. One breast generally serves 2-3 people.
The provided method includes instructions for making a quick pan gravy from drippings by creating a roux with butter and flour, adding broth, and seasoning. White wine can be added to enhance complexity.
Ingredients
- 1 turkey breast large
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sage minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon thyme minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon parsley minced, flat leaf, fresh
- 1 teaspoon rosemary minced, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- turkey gravy , if desired, see notes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sage, thyme, parsley and rosemary. Set aside.
- Season the turkey breast with fine sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Slather the top of the turkey breast with herbed mayonnaise. Place it on a rimmed baking sheet or in a roasting dish.
- Bake, uncovered, for 60-90 minutes. The exact time is going to vary based on the size of the turkey breast. If the mayonnaise starts to brown too much, loosely cover with a piece of aluminum foil. Bake until the center registers at 165°F.
- Remove the turkey breast and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with turkey gravy, if desired.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Turkey breasts commonly come in packs of two; prepare both with doubled topping or freeze one for later use.
- One turkey breast typically serves 2 to 3 people, depending on portion sizes.
- Pan drippings can be used to make a quick turkey gravy by making a butter-flour roux, adding broth, and seasoning to taste.
- Cover the turkey with foil during roasting if the mayonnaise coating starts to brown too much to prevent burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 777 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 777kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 85g | 170% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 234mg | 78% |
| Sodium | 1450mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 944mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 162IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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