Roast Turkey Breast
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Roast Turkey Breast recipe is a fantastic option for those who want to enjoy turkey without the hassle of preparing a whole bird. The recipe starts with a six-pound bone-in turkey breast, which is seasoned with a delightful herbed butter mixture. The key to a juicy turkey is to let it come to room temperature before cooking, which helps it cook evenly. The herbed butter, made with thyme, rosemary, garlic, and butter, is spread under the skin, ensuring that the meat stays moist and flavorful throughout the roasting process.
Once the turkey is prepared, it goes into a preheated oven at 325°F for about one and a half to two hours. The result is a beautifully golden brown skin and tender meat that can be easily sliced for serving. This recipe is not only perfect for Thanksgiving but can be enjoyed any time of the year when you’re craving a delicious turkey dinner. Pair it with your favorite sides, and you have a meal that will impress your guests without the stress of cooking a whole turkey.
Overall, this Roast Turkey Breast recipe is straightforward and foolproof, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced cooks. The combination of fresh herbs and garlic in the butter adds a wonderful depth of flavor, and the technique ensures that the turkey remains juicy and tender. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or just cooking for your family, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Remove the turkey breast from packaging and let it come to room temperature.
Chop two teaspoons of thyme and two teaspoons of rosemary and set aside.
Tip: Let the turkey come to room temperature to ensure even cooking.
Use paper towels to pat the turkey breast dry.
In a bowl, combine half a cup of softened unsalted butter, chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, kosher salt, black pepper, and four cloves of garlic.
Use your hands to gently separate the skin from the meat of the turkey breast.
Tip: Make sure the butter is really soft at room temperature for easy spreading.
Take a handful of the herbed butter and spread it between the skin and the meat.
Tip: The layer of butter between the skin and meat helps keep the turkey moist while cooking.
Spread the remaining herbed butter mixture on top of the skin until evenly coated.
Place the turkey breast in a baking dish without any racks or additional veggies.
Bake in a preheated 325 degree Fahrenheit oven for about one and a half to two hours.
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest covered with foil for about 15 minutes.
Tip: Let the turkey rest covered with foil to allow carryover cooking, which increases the temperature to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Using a sharp knife, carve the turkey breast starting just off center of the breast bone.
Flip the turkey breast and carve the other side in the same manner.
Tip: Hold the skin in place while slicing to ensure each slice has crispy skin.
Transfer the sliced turkey breasts to a serving platter.
Optionally garnish the platter with fresh sprigs of thyme or rosemary.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Oil
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Letting the turkey breast come to room temperature ensures even cooking.
- •Using a thermometer helps achieve the perfect internal temperature of 165°F.
- •Herbed butter under the skin keeps the turkey moist during cooking.
- •Resting the turkey after cooking allows carryover cooking to finish the cooking process.
