Description
This Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe is juicy, golden, and full of flavor—perfect for your holiday table!
Ingredients
1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
1 cup butter, softened
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
2 tsp paprika
2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 lemon, cut into wedges
1 onion, quartered
1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Remove giblets and pat turkey dry.
3. Stuff cavity with lemon and onion.
4. Rub butter mixture under and over the skin.
5. Place turkey breast-side up on roasting rack.
6. Roast 15 minutes per pound, basting every 45 minutes.
7. Check internal temp: 165°F breast, 175°F thighs.
8. Rest 20–30 minutes before carving.
Notes
Let turkey rest before carving for maximum juiciness.
You can prepare the herb butter rub a day ahead.
For crispier skin, start at 425°F for 20 minutes, then reduce to 325°F.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hrs
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving Turkey, Holiday Turkey, Roast Turkey