Fresh Herb Turkey Breast Recipe
Description: This delightful recipe, adapted from Taste of Home’s Light & Tasty magazine, promises a tantalizing aroma and succulent tenderness. The secret lies in the infusion of lemon juice and olive oil beneath the turkey’s skin, ensuring it remains moist and flavorful. Enhanced with a medley of chopped veggies, the resulting gravy boasts a depth of flavor that will elevate any meal.
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Turkey breast |
| 3 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1 tsp | Lemon pepper |
| 2 | Carrots |
| 1 | Celery stalk |
| 1 | Onion |
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 652.4
- Fat Content: 31.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 245.7mg
- Sodium Content: 243.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 4.5g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 83.2g
Instructions:
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Loosen the skin from the turkey breast with your fingers, ensuring the skin remains attached along the bottom edges.
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In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon pepper. Mix well.
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Spread the herb mixture evenly under the loosened skin of the turkey breast, ensuring it covers as much surface area as possible.
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In a separate bowl, combine the remaining olive oil and lemon juice, and set aside for later use.
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Place the prepared turkey breast on a rack in a roasting pan, with the chopped carrots, celery, and onion nestled under the cavity of the breast.
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Generously baste the turkey breast with the combined olive oil and lemon juice mixture.
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Bake the turkey, uncovered, at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 2 and a half hours, or until the juices run clear, basting occasionally with the pan juices to ensure optimal flavor and moisture. If the turkey begins to brown too quickly, loosely shield it with aluminum foil.
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Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
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While the turkey rests, discard the cooked vegetables from the roasting pan and prepare a delicious gravy using the pan juices, ensuring no flavor goes to waste.
Serving Suggestions:
- Carve the succulent turkey breast into thin slices and serve alongside your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or cranberry sauce, for a memorable holiday feast or weeknight indulgence. 🍽️🦃 Enjoy the tantalizing aroma and exquisite flavors of this Fresh Herb Turkey Breast, a dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests alike!
