The BEST Cajun Turkey Breast Recipe | Perfect for Holiday Dinners

Cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic seasoning mix

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and additives.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and lower in saturated fat.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made at home.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and still add flavor.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Pat the turkey breast dry with a paper towel.

Measure out 4 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Mix the butter and olive oil together with a fork.

Add onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, white pepper, cayenne, paprika, dried basil, and thyme to the butter mixture.

Coat the turkey breast with the seasoned butter mixture, ensuring complete coverage.

Place the turkey breast in a casserole dish sprayed with non-stick spray.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Remove from the oven and let it rest before carving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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