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Quick & Easy Roasted Turkey
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Adjust a rack to the lowest position in the oven.
2
Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil and position a roasting rack inside of it.
3
Liberally season the turkey with the salt and black pepper, taking care to season the outside as well as the internal cavity. Set the turkey breast side up onto the roasting rack and tuck the wing tips underneath the body.
4
In a small bowl, stir the softened butter and olive oil together until mostly combined. It is okay if some pieces of butter are still visible.
5
With clean hands, rub the butter and olive oil all over the surface of the turkey, and under the breast skin.
6
Smash the garlic cloves with a back of a knife and discard the papery skins. Cut the lemon in half.
7
Place the garlic, onion, lemon, and herbs in the cavity of the turkey. Pour enough chicken broth into the roasting pan to rise 1/2 inch up the sides of the pan.
8
Roast the turkey on lowest rack of oven until the thickest part of the breast or leg reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, 2-3 1/2 hours, depending on its weight. Rotate the pan halfway through the cooking time.
9
Check to see that turkey is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
10
Allow the turkey to rest on the roasting rack for 30 minutes. Transfer the turkey to a cutting board. Carve as desired, and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Herb Butter Under the Skin 🧈Mix softened butter with minced fresh thyme, rosemary, and parsley, then carefully loosen the turkey skin and spread the mixture directly under the breast and thigh skin for maximum flavor penetration and moisture retention.
- Dry Brine with Salt and Lemon 🍋Rub the entire turkey inside and out with salt, lemon zest, and minced fresh herbs 12-24 hours before roasting to allow the salt to break down proteins and distribute moisture evenly throughout the meat.
- Aromatic Cavity Stuffing 🧄Pack the turkey cavity with halved onions, whole garlic cloves, lemon halves, and fresh herb bundles to infuse the meat from the inside while adding flavor to your pan juices for gravy.
- Low and Slow Roasting Temperature ⏱️Roast at 325°F instead of higher temperatures to ensure even cooking from outside to inside, reducing the risk of dry breast meat while achieving golden, crispy skin.
- Baste with Herb-Infused Broth 🥄Mix your chicken broth with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh thyme sprigs, then baste every 30 minutes to keep the turkey moist and build rich flavor complexity in the skin.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
Low Fat
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