Herb Butter Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
This Herb Butter Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish. Perfect for family dinners or festive celebrations, it brings out the best in juicy, tender turkey meat.
Ingredients
- 1 large turkey breast about 2–3 lbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon juiced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pat turkey dry with paper towels.
- Mix butter, herbs, garlic, and lemon juice.
- Add salt and pepper to the mixture.
- Rub herb butter under the turkey skin.
- Coat remaining butter over the top.
- Place turkey in a roasting pan.
- Drizzle olive oil for extra crispness.
- Roast for 45–55 minutes, uncovered.
- Check internal temperature—165°F means done.
- Let turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve warm with sides.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for stronger flavor.
- Don’t skip patting turkey dry.
- Butter under skin keeps meat juicy.
- Resting time enhances tenderness.
- Use a thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Add extra garlic for a bolder taste.
- Brush with melted butter midway through roasting.