Juicy Garlic Herb Roast Turkey Breast Recipe
This Juicy Garlic Herb Roast Turkey Breast Recipe is perfect for a cozy family meal. It tastes rich, tender, and full of flavor. You do not need a whole turkey. This recipe is smaller and easier. Many people feel nervous cooking turkey. This guide makes it simple and stress free.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg turkey breast bone-in or boneless
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C. This temperature cooks turkey evenly without drying the meat.
Prepare the Herb Butter
- Mix butter, garlic, salt, pepper, herbs, paprika, and olive oil until smooth and well combined.
Prepare the Turkey
- Pat the turkey breast dry using paper towels. Dry skin helps create better color while roasting.
Season the Turkey
- Rub herb butter all over turkey. Gently push some butter under the skin.
Prepare the Pan
- Place onion slices in roasting pan. Add lemon slices on top for flavor and moisture.
Place Turkey in Pan
- Set turkey breast over onions. Pour chicken broth into pan carefully.
Cover and Roast
- Cover loosely with foil. Roast for 40 minutes to keep moisture inside the meat.
Uncover for Browning
- Remove foil. Roast another 30 minutes until skin turns golden brown.
Check Temperature
- Insert thermometer into thickest part. It should read 165°F or 74°C.
Rest the Turkey
- Remove turkey from oven. Cover lightly with foil. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for stronger flavor.
- Add honey to butter for mild sweetness.
- Try garlic powder if fresh garlic is unavailable.
- Add carrots and potatoes to pan for one-pan meal.
- Use smoked paprika for deeper taste.
- Always rest turkey before slicing.