Gourmet Roasted Turkey Breast with Herbed Garlic Butter

Gourmet Roasted Turkey Breast with Herbed Garlic Butter

195 mins
medium
6 servings

A flavorful and juicy roast turkey breast, expertly seasoned with a delectable herb garlic butter. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

DinnerRoastTurkey

Equipment Needed

  • Chef's Knife
  • Instant-read Thermometer
  • Roasting Pan

Ingredients

  • 1.00 pieceTurkey Breast(6-8 lb whole bone-in turkey breast)
  • 0.50 cupUnsalted Butter(softened)
  • 4.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(minced)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsFresh Rosemary(finely chopped)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsFresh Thyme(finely chopped)
  • 0.50 teaspoonKosher Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoonBlack Pepper(freshly ground)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Loosen the skin from the turkey breast.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Spread half of the butter mixture under the skin, then smooth the skin.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Spread the remaining butter mixture evenly over the top of the skin.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Roast for 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Estimated time: 150 minutes

8

Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

9

Slice the turkey breast against the grain.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Serve with your favorite sides.

Estimated time: 5 minutes