Juicy Roasted Turkey Breast
This easy Roasted Turkey Breast is perfect for small gatherings! Infused with garlic herb butter under the skin for maximum flavor and juiciness. A simple, elegant holiday centerpiece.
Ingredients
- 1 5 lb bone in, skin on turkey breast
- 1 lemon sliced
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh sage chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Let turkey sit at room temp for 30 mins. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9x13 dish; arrange lemon slices on bottom.
- Mix butter, garlic, thyme, sage, and rosemary in a bowl.
- Pat turkey dry. Gently loosen skin from meat. Spread half the herb butter under the skin. Secure skin with toothpicks.
- Place turkey on lemon slices. Spread remaining butter over skin. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for about 1 hour 30 mins, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest, tented with foil, for 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
Dry the Skin: Patting the skin dry is the secret to getting it crispy in the oven.
Don't Skip the Rest: Resting the turkey is non negotiable for juicy meat. Don't carve it right away!
Fresh Herbs: For the best flavor, use fresh herbs. If you must use dried, use 1/3 of the amount (e.g., ⅔ tsp dried thyme).