Taylor Garcia
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Herb-Butter Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast
This succulent oven-roasted turkey breast is infused with a flavorful herb-butter mixture, making it a perfect centerpiece for any meal. The turkey is roasted to perfection, ensuring juicy meat and crispy skin, while the accompanying gravy adds a rich finish. Ideal for holidays or family gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your guests!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings2
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup, softened
- 1 clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- to taste
- to taste
- 1 (3 pound)
- 1 teaspoon, minced
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 splash
- 1 cup
- 3 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Herb-Butter Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, blend together 1/4 cup of softened butter, minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create a delicious herb-butter mixture that will elevate your turkey.
Step 3
Next, place the turkey breast skin-side up in a roasting pan.
Step 4
With gentle fingers, loosen the skin and generously brush half of your flavorful herb-butter mixture over the turkey breast and underneath the skin, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Step 5
Set aside the remaining butter mixture for later.
Step 6
Loosely cover the turkey breast with aluminum foil and let it roast in the preheated oven for about an hour.
Step 7
After this time, it’s time to give your turkey some love—baste it with the reserved herb-butter mixture.
Step 8
Continue roasting until the juices run clear and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F (65°C), which should take around another 30 minutes.
Step 9
Once your turkey is perfectly cooked, let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving; this step is crucial for juicy slices.
Step 10
While the turkey is resting, transfer the pan drippings to a skillet, skimming off any excess grease but leaving about a tablespoon behind.
Step 11
Heat the skillet over low heat and sauté the minced shallot in the turkey grease until it turns opaque, which should take about 5 minutes.
Step 12
Add a tablespoon of butter to the skillet with the shallot, then pour in a splash of white wine, scraping up any delicious browned bits from the bottom.
Step 13
Whisk in chicken stock and flour until the mixture is smooth, then bring it to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly until it thickens beautifully.
Step 14
If you’re in the mood for a creamier gravy, stir in some half-and-half.
Step 15
Finally, serve your succulent turkey breast hot, drizzled with that rich, homemade gravy, and enjoy every delightful bite!.