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Herb-Infused Roast Turkey Breast Recipe

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This Roast Turkey Breast recipe features a juicy and flavorful 6 ½ pound bone-in turkey breast seasoned with a fragrant herb butter. The blend of garlic, rosemary, and thyme creates a deliciously aromatic crust, while roasting ensures tender and moist meat perfect for a holiday meal or special dinner.

Ingredients

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Turkey and Herb Butter Mixture

  • 1 (6 ½ pound) whole bone-in turkey breast
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the turkey breast evenly.
  2. Prepare Herb Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh thyme, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a fragrant herb butter.
  3. Season Turkey Breast: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Gently loosen the skin over the turkey breast and spread about half of the herb butter evenly under the skin to infuse the meat with flavor. Then, rub the remaining herb butter all over the exterior of the turkey breast.
  4. Roast: Place the seasoned turkey breast on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan, skin side up. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast.
  5. Rest the Turkey: Once cooked, remove the turkey breast from the oven and tent it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender slices.
  6. Carve and Serve: After resting, carve the turkey breast into slices and serve immediately. Enjoy with your favorite sides or gravy.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking times and to avoid overcooking.
  • Letting the turkey rest after roasting improves juiciness and flavor.
  • If fresh herbs are unavailable, substitute with 1 teaspoon dried rosemary and thyme each.
  • Butter should be softened for easy spreading under the skin.
  • For extra crisp skin, broil the turkey breast for the last 3-5 minutes of roasting, watching carefully to avoid burning.

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