Description
The Juiciest Roasted Turkey is the centerpiece of any festive gathering, delivering tender, flavorful meat enveloped in a golden-brown, crispy skin. This recipe is simple enough for novice cooks while impressing even the most discerning palates. With fragrant herbs and rich butter enhancing each bite, this turkey promises to elevate your holiday celebrations and create unforgettable memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 3 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 3 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
- 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 onions (quartered)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove giblets from the turkey; pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub softened butter generously over the turkey, including under the skin. Season with salt and pepper both inside and out.
- Stuff the cavity with quartered onions, garlic cloves, and fresh herbs.
- Place turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack in a pan. Pour chicken broth into the pan.
- Roast for about 13-15 minutes per pound, basting every 30 minutes with juices.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check doneness at 165°F (74°C) in the thigh. Let rest before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg