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Juicy Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Turkey Breast

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A simple yet impressive roasted turkey breast slathered with garlic herb butter under the skin for maximum flavor and moisture. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 lbs bone-in, skin-on turkey breast
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 to 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh sage, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large yellow onion, quartered
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and sage. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels and remove any excess fat or giblets.
  4. Gently slide fingers under the skin to create pockets, being careful not to tear it.
  5. Push generous handfuls of the herb butter under the skin, spreading it evenly over the meat. Rub remaining butter over the outside of the skin.
  6. Season the outside of the turkey generously with salt and pepper.
  7. Place quartered onions in the bottom of a roasting pan and pour in chicken broth.
  8. Place turkey breast on a roasting rack, breast-side up.
  9. Roast for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, checking internal temperature after 45 minutes.
  10. Insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the breast, avoiding bone. Pull turkey when internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  11. Remove from oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.

Notes

Let turkey sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking for even heat distribution. If skin browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. Do not skip resting time to ensure juicy meat. For dairy-free, swap butter for olive oil or dairy-free alternative.

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