Description
A juicy, flavor-packed turkey breast roast recipe blending Southern tradition with chef-worthy twists. Ideal for weeknights or special gatherings, this roast is seasoned with garlic, lemon, and herbs for maximum taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 boneless turkey breast roast (around 3–4 lbs)
3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted unsalted butter)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (dried works too)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (for roasting pan)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Set a rack in the center.
2. Pat your turkey roast dry with paper towels. This helps it crisp up.
3. Mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, rosemary, thyme, and lemon zest.
4. Rub the mixture generously all over the turkey breast.
5. Place smashed garlic and lemon wedges in a roasting pan and lay the turkey roast on top. Add broth to pan.
6. Roast uncovered for about 60–75 minutes, basting once halfway through. If browning too fast, tent with foil.
7. When internal temp hits 165°F, remove and rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
8. Serve with pan juices or your favorite make-ahead gravy.
Notes
Swap olive oil for avocado oil for a more neutral flavor.
Use duck fat instead of butter for added richness.
Rest the roast on onions or carrots to enhance flavor.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Try variations like za’atar, Cajun spices, or gochujang glaze for creative spins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60–75 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: turkey breast roast, holiday dinner, easy turkey recipe, lemon herb turkey