Description
A perfectly juicy and tender Roast Turkey recipe with crisp golden skin, rich herb-butter flavor, and foolproof roasting instructions.
Ingredients
1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tbsp rosemary, chopped
1 tbsp thyme, chopped
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, sliced
1 onion, quartered
1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Pat turkey dry with paper towels.
3. Loosen the skin and spread butter mixture underneath and on top.
4. Stuff cavity with lemon and onion.
5. Place on roasting rack in a large pan.
6. Roast uncovered for 3–4 hours, basting every 45 minutes.
7. Check internal temperature: 165°F (74°C) at thigh.
8. Rest for 25–30 minutes before carving.
Notes
You can brine the turkey overnight for extra juiciness.
Cover with foil if the skin browns too fast.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Roast Turkey, Holiday Turkey, Thanksgiving Dinner