Ingredients
– 1 boneless turkey breast (about 3-4 pounds)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
– 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Instructions
Creating Roasted Turkey Breast w/ Garlic Herb Butter is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Herb Butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
3. Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. This ensures a crispy skin when roasted.
4. Season the Turkey: Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breast using your fingers. Be careful not to tear it. Spread half of the garlic herb butter mixture under the skin and the remaining on the outside of the turkey.
5. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the turkey breast for added flavor and to help with browning.
6. Place in a Roasting Pan: Put the turkey breast in a roasting pan, skin side up. This allows for even cooking and browning.
7. Roast the Turkey: Place the turkey in the preheated oven. Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
8. Baste Occasionally: Every 30 minutes, baste the turkey with the juices from the pan to keep it moist and flavorful.
9. Rest the Turkey: Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute for a moist final product.
10. Slice and Serve: After resting, slice the turkey breast and prepare to serve it proudly!
Following these steps will ensure you create a stunning dish that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 50g