Description
Classic roasted turkey breast brings juicy, herb-infused flavor to holiday tables. Rosemary and thyme mingle with golden, crispy skin, promising a memorable centerpiece that delights dinner guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 turkey breast (bone-in or boneless, skin-on, about 2 – 2 ½ pounds / 0.9 – 1.1 kilograms)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
Marinade Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) sesame oil
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup (170 grams) honey or maple syrup
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garnish Ingredients:
- 3 rosemary twigs whole
- 3 rosemary twigs for garnish
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful marinade by thoroughly blending selected seasonings in a spacious mixing vessel or resilient sealable container.
- Immerse the turkey breast completely within the marinade, guaranteeing comprehensive coverage and minimal air exposure.
- Refrigerate the marinating protein for a minimum of 12 hours, allowing deep flavor penetration; alternatively, proceed directly to roasting if time constraints exist.
- Configure the oven to a gentle 325F, positioning the rack centrally for uniform heat distribution.
- Transfer the marinated turkey breast into a substantial roasting vessel, ensuring the marinade accompanies the meat.
- Roast uncovered, maintaining consistent temperature and monitoring internal temperature closely.
- Execute periodic basting every 20 minutes to preserve moisture and encourage appetizing caramelization.
- Verify doneness by confirming internal temperature reaches 160F, understanding residual heat will elevate it to 165F during resting period.
- Optional: Activate broiler momentarily to achieve a crisp, golden-brown exterior if desired.
- Extract from oven, permit brief resting to redistribute succulent juices, then skillfully carve.
- Present with collected pan juices and garnish with aromatic rosemary sprigs for enhanced visual and gustatory appeal.
Notes
- Marinating transforms an ordinary turkey breast into a flavor-packed centerpiece by allowing herbs and spices to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Timing is crucial: refrigerate the turkey for 12-24 hours to maximize marinade absorption and ensure tender, juicy results.
- Low and slow cooking at 325F prevents moisture loss, creating a succulent texture that melts in your mouth.
- Frequent basting keeps the turkey breast moist, developing a rich golden-brown exterior without drying out the meat.
- Internal temperature matters: aim for 160F, knowing it will rise to 165F during resting, guaranteeing perfectly cooked, safe-to-eat poultry.
- Optional high-heat broiling for 2-3 minutes adds a stunning caramelized finish that elevates the dish’s visual appeal and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg