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Easy Herb Butter Turkey Breast for Two – Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy herb butter turkey breast recipe perfect for two, featuring crispy skin and juicy meat, ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds bone-in, skin-on turkey breast
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup chicken or turkey broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Take the turkey breast out of the fridge and let it sit on the counter for 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, dried sage, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Mash together with a fork until well mixed.
  3. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Season the outside generously with the remaining salt and pepper.
  4. Using your fingers, gently loosen the skin from the meat to create a pocket, being careful not to tear the skin.
  5. Spread about two-thirds of the herb butter directly onto the meat under the skin. Spread the remaining butter over the top of the skin.
  6. Place the turkey breast in a small roasting pan or baking dish. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan, not over the turkey.
  7. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes, until the skin is deep golden brown and crispy. Start checking at 35 minutes. If browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  8. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast, avoiding the bone. The turkey is done when it reaches 160°F (71°C).
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and tent the turkey breast loosely with foil. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  10. Carve the breast against the grain into thick slices. Spoon any pan juices over the top and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, increase oven temperature to 425°F for the last 5 minutes. If the skin tears, don’t worry—it will still taste great. Let the butter soften naturally for best results.

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