Easy Juicy Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast
This succulent oven-roasted turkey breast is perfect for a small holiday dinner or a cozy Sunday meal. Not only is it incredibly simple, but it calls for just 6 ingredients! You'll love the ease of this one, almost as much as you'll love the flavor.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb turkey breast
- 2 TBSP olive oil
- 1-2 TBSP Rotisserie seasoning (enough to evenly coat the turkey breast in a light layer) You could also use poultry seasoning, or your own preferred blend
- 1-2 cups broth Enough to cover the bottom of the roasting pan
- 2 large carrots, sliced in half lengthwise
- 2 large celery stalks
- 1 generous handful of fresh herbs, like sage, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, etc. Using a pre-made "poultry blend" of fresh herbs is ideal. You can find these with the fresh herbs in the supermarket.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325º F. Cut the carrots and celery lengthwise into planks and place them at the bottom of the roasting pan.
- Rub the turkey breast with the olive oil, then rub the seasoning all over it, front and back, until evenly coated.
- Pour the broth into the bottom of the roasting pan, then place the seasoned turkey breast on top of the carrot and celery planks. Nestle the fresh herbs around the turkey breast.
- Place the turkey breast into the oven and roast, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes per pound. (Typically for a 3 lb turkey breast, you’re looking at 45-60 minutes; for a 4 lb bird, 60-80 minutes. But because ovens vary with the way they distribute heat, always be sure the turkey breast is registering at at least 160º F before taking it out to rest.)
- When the turkey registers an internal temperature of 160º F with a meat thermometer, remove it from the oven. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes before slicing into it.
Notes
For an extra juicy and flavorful turkey breast, I highly recommend following the recipe for this apple cider-brined turkey breast before roasting.
Cook Times for Varying Sizes
- 3 lb turkey breast: 45-60 minutes
- 4 lb bird: 60-80 minutes
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g
