A flavorful and easy-to-make turkey breast roasted on a sheet pan with aromatic herbs and herb butter for a juicy, tender result.
Ingredients
Main
3poundssplit turkey breast
1slicedonion
2quarteredlemons
2sprigsfresh rosemary
2sprigsfresh thyme
2headsgarlic(sliced in half horizontally)
2tablespoonsolive oil
0.5cupunsalted butter(at room temperature)
2teaspoonschopped fresh rosemary
2teaspoonschopped fresh thyme
1cloveminced garlic
1teaspoonlemon zest
to tasteSalt
to tasteFreshly ground pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange onions, lemons, garlic, and herbs on the sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Season turkey breasts with salt and pepper. Place skin side up over the mixture.
Make herb butter: blend butter, herbs, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Rub herb butter under skin and over the surface of the turkey. Roast for about 75 minutes, basting every 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Rest the turkey for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with pan drippings.
Notes
Ensure the turkey reaches the proper internal temperature for safety and juiciness.