Easy Herb-Roasted Turkey

Easy Herb-Roasted Turkey
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    3 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    2.0K

Embark on a culinary journey with this incredibly simple yet deeply flavorful herb-roasted turkey. Aromatic herbs and spices infuse the bird, creating a symphony of tastes that will elevate your holiday feast to unforgettable heights. Minimal preparation is required, allowing you to focus on crafting the perfect accompaniments while the turkey roasts to tender, juicy perfection.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    1 g
  • Cholesterol
    198 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    68 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    311 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    34 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Clean the turkey thoroughly under cold running water. Pat it completely dry, inside and out, with paper towels. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan fitted with a roasting rack. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, dried basil, ground sage, salt, and pepper until well combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Using a pastry brush or your hands, generously apply the herb mixture all over the outside of the turkey, ensuring every inch is coated. Lift the skin of the breast and legs and rub some of the mixture directly onto the meat for enhanced flavor. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Pour 2 cups of water or chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan to help create steam and keep the turkey moist. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 3 hrs 10 mins Cover the roasting pan tightly with a lid or heavy-duty aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). (190-210 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Remove the turkey from the oven. Carefully remove the lid or foil (be mindful of the hot steam). Let the turkey rest, uncovered, for at least 30 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 0 mins Carve the turkey and serve hot. Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of your perfectly herb-roasted turkey!

For an even more flavorful turkey, consider brining it overnight before roasting.
If the turkey skin starts to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with aluminum foil.
Use fresh herbs for an even more vibrant flavor.
Don't discard the pan drippings! They make a delicious gravy.

Micheal Mccullough

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 664 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Odessa Kulas

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the turkey came out perfectly! The herbs gave it such a wonderful flavor.

  • Rollin Gorczany

    I was a bit nervous about roasting a whole turkey, but this recipe made it seem so simple. The results were fantastic!

  • Carlos Hessel

    The best turkey I've ever made! The aroma while it was roasting was incredible, and the taste was even better.

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