Gourmet Brined Turkey Breast with Herb-Infused Gravy

Gourmet Brined Turkey Breast with Herb-Infused Gravy

240 mins
medium
6 servings

A flavorful and juicy brined turkey breast, roasted to perfection with aromatic herbs and a rich gravy. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

BrinedRoastTurkey

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Roasting Pan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 8.00 cupsWater(Filtered water recommended)
  • 0.50 cupKosher Salt(Use high-quality kosher salt)
  • 0.50 cupBrown Sugar(Packed brown sugar)
  • 8.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(Smashed)
  • 1.00 stickCinnamon Stick(For added warmth)
  • 0.25 cupFresh Sage(Chopped)
  • 2.00 sprigsFresh Rosemary(Chopped)
  • 2.00 lemonsLemons(Juiced and halved)
  • 1.00 orangeOrange(Peeled and juiced)
  • 4.00 cupsIce(For faster cooling)
  • 2.00 mediumOnions(Quartered)
  • 4.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(Smashed)
  • 5.00 poundsTurkey Breast(Bone-in, thawed)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt(To taste)
  • 1.00 teaspoonPepper(To taste)
  • 8.00 tablespoonsButter(Melted)
  • 1.00 cupChicken Broth(Low sodium)
  • 1.00 tablespoonCornstarch(For gravy)
  • 1.00 tablespoonWater(For gravy)

Instructions

1

Prepare the brine by combining water, salt, sugar, garlic, cinnamon, sage, and rosemary in a large pot. Bring to a boil to dissolve the salt and sugar.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

2

Add lemon halves, orange halves, orange peel, lemon juice, and orange juice to the brine. Remove from heat and cool completely, adding ice for faster cooling.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

3

Submerge the turkey breast in the cooled brine, ensuring it's fully covered. Weigh it down if necessary.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

4

Refrigerate overnight or for at least 12 hours.

Estimated time: 12 minutes

5

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove turkey from brine and pat dry.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Place quartered onions and smashed garlic in a roasting pan. Place the turkey breast on top of the onions and season generously with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Brush the turkey with melted butter and add chicken broth to the pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Cover the pan with foil and roast for 1.5 hours, basting with melted butter every 30 minutes.

Estimated time: 90 minutes

9

Remove foil and roast for another hour, or until golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F (74°C).

Estimated time: 60 minutes

10

Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

11

Make the gravy by skimming fat from the pan drippings. Whisk cornstarch with water and add to the pan.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

12

Whisk until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Strain the liquid into a bowl and press out the liquid from the onions and garlic.

Estimated time: 10 minutes