Herb Butter Turkey

Ingredients

• 3 lbs bone-in turkey breast
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Steps

1. 1

   1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Pat the turkey breast completely dry with paper towels and place it on a rack in a roasting pan.

2. 2

   2. Mix the softened butter with the garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully combined.

3. 3

   3. Rub olive oil all over the turkey, then press the herb butter generously over the entire surface and under the skin wherever possible.

4. 4

   4. Roast for 75–90 minutes, basting with pan drippings every 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the crust is deep golden brown.

5. 5

   5. Rest the turkey breast uncovered on a cutting board for 15 minutes before slicing into thick pieces, spooning pooled herb butter over each slice to serve.