Description
Get crispy skin, juicy meat, and amazing flavor in less time with this Best Damn Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast recipe. It’s great for smaller holiday meals, or you can make two for a bigger crowd.
Ingredients
- 3lbs Butterball turkey breast roast
- 1 ½ tablespoons orange zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon sage
- ½ tablespoon rosemary
- ½ tablespoon Italian parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt and pepper mix
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for the compound butter)
Instructions
- Prepare roasting pan and preheat the oven: Spread the chopped celery and onions evenly over the bottom of a roasting pan. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prep turkey: Remove the turkey breast from the packaging and place it on top of the vegetables. Reserve any juices from the packaging and the gravy packet in a separate dish for later use.
- Make compound butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, orange zest, thyme, sage, rosemary, parsley, garlic, and salt and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Season turkey: Spread the compound butter evenly over the entire turkey breast, including under the skin if possible.
- Roast: Place uncovered turkey in a preheated oven and roast for about 13 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (79°C).
- Rest & serve: Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Once the meal is over, store your leftover turkey in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 to 3 months. When reheating, make sure the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American