This recipe was developed as part of my 2017 Thanksgiving Recipe Menu Series, click here to see the original article and find links to other great Thanksgiving recipes
Impulsive Culinarian’s Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey Breast Recipe
(Serves 6 to 8)
Ingredients
- 2 Turkey Breasts, preferably bone-in & skin-on, but boneless works as well
- 4 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Montreal Chicken Spice
- 1 tbsp Fresh Sage, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°
- Clean & trim turkey breasts
- Mix sugar, spice & chopped herbs in a large shallow casserole dish
- Generously coat the turkey breasts all over by turning them into the rub mixture
- Line a 10″ x 15″ baking sheet with parchment paper so that it comes up slightly on all ages
- Lining the pan this way ensures that you will catch any juices that come out of the turkey breasts while they are roasting
- Place a cooling rack on the lined baking sheet
- Place the turkey breasts on the cooling rack
- Roast in the center rack for around 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 140°
- Transfer breasts and cooling rack to a grooved cutting board
- Cover and let rest for 15 minutes
- Reserve any juices from the baking sheet and set aside
- Once the breasts have rested, reserve any juices that have accumulated on the cutting board
- Slice the breasts in large 3/4″ slices, being careful to remove any bones
- Transfer the sliced turkey breasts to a serving platter
- Drizzle with the reserved drippings and serve immediately
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So long as you own an instant read meat thermometer, this incredibly simple turkey breast recipe will surely satisfy your Thanksgiving menu cravings. A main dish like this one is sure to bring a smile to all your hungry guests, whether you make it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just because it’s delicious and you want to enjoy some truly delicious food!
About me: My name is Paul Thibault, an impulsive home chef developing delicious gluten free recipes for family and friends regardless of their allergen restrictions or dietary limitations, visit the About Page to learn more.