Description
A flavorful roasted turkey breast infused with herb butter, perfect for family gatherings and holiday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 3 pounds boneless, skin-on turkey breast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional: ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position a rack in the middle of the oven.
- Combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, sage, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Loosen the turkey skin to create pockets without tearing.
- Spread about two-thirds of the herb butter mixture under the skin and coat the outside with the remaining butter.
- Place the turkey breast skin-side up on the rack in your roasting pan and pour white wine or chicken broth into the pan if desired.
- Roast for 1 to 1¼ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from the oven, tent with foil, and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
- Slice the turkey breast against the grain into thick slices and spoon pan juices over for added flavor.
Notes
Serve with Southern sides like buttery mashed potatoes and collard greens for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg