Roasted Turkey Breast
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 50 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Main Course
Roasted Turkey Breast
Description
The roasted turkey breast starts by bringing the meat to room temperature and preparing a flavorful butter blended with minced garlic and fresh chopped herbs: thyme, sage, and rosemary. The turkey skin is loosened and half the butter spread beneath it, imparting direct flavor to the meat. The remaining butter is spread on the skin and the turkey is seasoned with salt and pepper. It is placed over lemon slices in a baking dish to add brightness during cooking.
Baking at 325°F until the internal temperature reaches 165°F ensures the breast stays juicy and thoroughly cooked. The skin crisps slightly while the herb butter melts into the meat. The lemon slices help keep the breast moist and provide a mild citrus aroma.
After resting for 20 minutes post-roast, the turkey breast can be carved and served warm. It pairs well with traditional sides and gravy, making it suitable for a holiday meal or hearty dinner occasion.
Ingredients
- turkey breast 5-pound, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 lemon sliced
- 6 tablespoons butter at room temperature, unsalted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons thyme chopped fresh leaves
- 1 ½ teaspoons sage leaves chopped fresh
- 1 ½ teaspoons rosemary chopped, fresh
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Let turkey stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9 x 13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Spread lemon slices into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic, thyme, sage and rosemary.
- Dry turkey thoroughly with paper towels. Using your fingers, carefully loosen the skin from the breast meat, spreading half of the butter mixture under the skin. Secure skin over the butter with wooden picks.
- Place turkey, breast side up, on top of the lemon slices. Spread remaining half of the butter mixture over the turkey; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place into oven and bake until the turkey is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Let stand 20 minutes before carving; serve warm with gravy, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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