Marcus Samuelsson's Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast

Turkey Breast with Rosemary and Thyme

skill level

Moderate

time

Over 120min

servings

6-8

cost

Contributed by : Marcus Samuelsson

Use these step-by-step instructions to make a succulent holiday turkey that will give everyone something to be thankful for.

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step 1

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instructions Preheat oven to 400F.
step 2

ingredients 1 6-pound Bone-In Turkey Breast
Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper
4 Garlic Cloves
2 Cinnamon Sticks
1 medium Yellow Onion (halved)
1/2 cup Herb Mix

instructions For the Turkey Breast: Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper on all sides and in the neck cavity. Stuff the garlic cloves, cinnamon sticks and onion into the neck cavity and seal closed with a wooden skewer or toothpick.
step 3

ingredients 1/4 cup Olive Oil (plus 2 tablespoons)
1 Garlic Clove (minced)
Zest of 1 Lemon
2 tablespoons finely chopped Rosemary
2 tablespoons finely chopped Sage
2 tablespoons finely chopped Thyme
1 tablespoon finely chopped Parsley
2 teaspoons Chili Powder

instructions For the Herb Mix: Generously rub the herb mix over the turkey and under the skin.
step 4

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instructions Place the turkey, skin side up, on a rack in a roasting pan and cover with foil. Roast, basting occasionally with the pan juices, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of the breast reads 160F and the juices run clear, about 1-1/2 hours. Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
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