Description
A delicious Thanksgiving entrée that satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Turkey breast – 1 whole (10-12 lbs)
- Butter – 1 cup, softened
- Garlic – 4 cloves, minced
- Fresh rosemary – 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Fresh thyme – 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt – 2 teaspoons
- Pepper – 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth – 2 cups
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the butter mixture under the skin of the turkey.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on turkey size.
- For extra flavor, brine the turkey a day before.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: thanksgiving entrees, main dishes, turkey, holiday meals