Description
This Butter and Herb Turkey Breast Roast is a flavorful and juicy main dish perfect for a holiday meal or a special dinner. The easy pan gravy adds an extra layer of rich flavor to this delicious roast.
Ingredients
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Turkey Roast:
- 3 pound fresh boneless turkey breast
- 1/2 sweet onion, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 handful of fresh poultry blend herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup turkey or chicken stock
Pan Gravy:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cups turkey or chicken stock
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Prepare the Turkey: Place onions, lemon slices, and herbs in a skillet. Pat dry the turkey, place on top of the onions and herbs, rub with butter, season with salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and thyme. Add stock to the pan.
- Roast the Turkey: Roast at 450°F for 20 minutes, then lower heat to 350°F and roast for 30-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make the Gravy: Remove turkey from pan. Heat pan drippings, stir in butter. In a shaker, combine flour and stock, then pour into the pan with drippings. Cook until thickened, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Slice the turkey and serve with the gravy.
Notes
- If your turkey has a casing or twine, leave it on for easy roasting.
- The gravy reheats well; gently warm over low heat with a few drops of stock.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 calories
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
