Ina Garten Turkey Breast Recipe
This Ina Garten Turkey Breast Recipe is perfect for small gatherings and weeknight dinners. It gives juicy meat with crispy skin.
Ingredients
- 1 bone-in turkey breast 5 to 6 pounds
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh sage chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic smashed
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Place rack in the center position.
Prepare the Turkey
- Pat turkey breast dry using paper towels. Place in roasting pan.
Make Herb Butter
- Mix butter, olive oil, herbs, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Season the Turkey
- Rub herb butter all over turkey breast and under skin gently.
Add Aromatics
- Place lemon, onion and garlic around the turkey in pan.
Add Broth
- Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
Roast the Turkey
- Cover loosely with foil. Roast for 60 minutes.
Remove Foil
- Remove foil. Roast 15 more minutes until skin turns golden.
Check Temperature
- Check internal temperature. It should reach 165°F in thickest part.
Rest Before Cutting
- Let turkey rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use a bone-in turkey breast for more flavor.
- Let butter soften before mixing herbs.
- Rub seasoning under the skin carefully.
- Always rest turkey before slicing.
- Use a meat thermometer for best results.