Savory Herb Roasted Turkey (Print Version)
Tender turkey breast roasted with aromatic herbs, served with a rich, flavorful homemade gravy.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Turkey
01 - 1 boneless skin-on turkey breast (4-5 lb)
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Herb Butter
05 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
08 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
09 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tsp lemon zest
→ Roasting Vegetables
11 - 1 large onion, quartered
12 - 2 carrots, cut into chunks
13 - 2 celery stalks, cut into chunks
14 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
→ Gravy
15 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
16 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
17 - 2 cups turkey drippings and/or chicken broth
18 - Salt and pepper to taste
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Gently loosen the skin without detaching it completely.
03 - In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, parsley, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon zest until combined.
04 - Rub half the herb butter under the skin of the turkey breast. Spread remaining butter on top. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
05 - Arrange onions, carrots, and celery in a roasting pan. Place the turkey breast on top, skin side up. Pour chicken broth into the pan.
06 - Roast uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste with pan juices every 30 minutes.
07 - Remove turkey from oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
08 - Strain pan drippings into a measuring cup, discarding vegetables.
09 - In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
10 - Gradually whisk in 2 cups of pan drippings or broth. Simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11 - Slice turkey breast and serve with the herb gravy.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The herb butter under the skin keeps the white meat impossibly juicy while creating that gorgeous crispy exterior everyone fights over
- Homemade gravy from the same pan ties everything together into a meal that feels like Sunday supper at grandmas house
02 -
- A meat thermometer takes all the guesswork out of doneness and prevents overcooking
- Letting the meat rest is non-negotiable, cutting too early releases all those juices onto the cutting board instead of keeping them in the turkey
03 -
- If the skin browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil while continuing to roast
- For the most flavorful gravy, dont skip straining the drippings to remove any burnt veggie bits