How to Roast a Turkey Breast - NoTimeToCook.com

turkey breast

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh rosemary

🥗Healthier: dried rosemary

💰Cheaper: none

Dried rosemary is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

fresh thyme

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: none

Dried thyme is readily available and less perishable.

Start by loosening the skin on top of the turkey breast to create a pocket.

Smear softened unsalted butter underneath the skin to keep the turkey moist.

Season the turkey breast with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet until very hot.

Place the turkey breast skin side down in the skillet and cover with a splatter screen.

Sear the turkey for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown.

Transfer the turkey breast skin side up to a rack on top of a baking sheet.

Place the turkey in a preheated 325°F (163°C) oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

While the turkey is in the oven, make gravy by melting 3-4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.

Add an equal amount of all-purpose flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for a couple of minutes.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and add about half a can of canned chicken stock, whisking vigorously to avoid lumps.

Return the saucepan to the heat and bring the mixture to a simmer while whisking diligently to prevent burning or clumping.

Once thickened, add 1/4 cup of dry white wine and the remaining chicken stock.

Stir in about a tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper.

Allow the gravy to come to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.

Check the turkey's internal temperature after about 55 minutes; it should be around 160°F (71°C).

Let the turkey rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

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