Description
Golden, tender, and packed with herb flavor — this recipe gives you all the comfort of a holiday roast without the stress of a whole bird. Perfect for weeknights and celebrations!
Ingredients
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2.5–3 lbs boneless, skinless turkey breast
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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1 tsp salt (sea salt or 1 ½ tsp kosher salt)
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½ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, but amazing)
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or rosemary, chopped (for garnish)
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½ cup chicken or turkey broth (for pan)
Instructions
1. Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Let turkey sit at room temp 20–30 minutes.
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Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
2. Make the rub
Mix olive oil/butter with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoked paprika into a paste.
3. Season
Rub the mixture all over the turkey breast (every nook and cranny).
4. Pan setup
Place turkey in roasting pan. Pour broth into bottom of pan (not over the meat). Tent loosely with foil.
5. Roast in two stages
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Roast covered for 40–50 minutes.
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Remove foil, return to oven, and roast 15–20 minutes uncovered, until golden.
6. Check doneness
Use a thermometer: internal temp should be 160–165°F (71–74°C).
7. Rest & serve
Transfer to cutting board, rest 10–15 minutes. Slice against the grain into ½-inch slices. Garnish with parsley/rosemary.
Notes
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Lemon Zest & Juice → add brightness to rub.
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Mustard-Herb → swap oil for 2 tbsp Dijon mustard.
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Fresh Herb Blast → replace dried spices with minced fresh garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
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Spicy Kick → add ¼ tsp cayenne or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 240 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 38g