Description
Roast turkey is a classic dish often served during holidays and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry.
- Rub the softened butter all over the turkey.
- Season the turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place fresh herbs inside the turkey cavity.
- Pour chicken broth into the roasting pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 13-15 minutes per pound.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Make sure the turkey is fully thawed before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the doneness.
- Save the drippings for gravy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 ounces
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 75 milligrams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 0 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 24 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Roast turkey, Thanksgiving turkey, holiday turkey