Oven Roasted Herb Butter Turkey
A succulent turkey infused with herb butter, perfect for holiday gatherings and family celebrations.
Ingredients
For the turkey
- 1 whole whole turkey (10 to 12 pounds)
- 1 cup herb butter, softened Can substitute with a citrus herb butter.
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Added to keep the turkey moist.
- 1 quarter lemon, quartered Stuff inside the turkey.
- 1 quarter onion, quartered Stuff inside the turkey.
- to taste fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage) Fresh herbs are preferred for flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the softened herb butter with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Pat the turkey dry with paper towels and loosen the skin from the breast.
- Spread half of the herb butter mixture under the skin and rub the remaining over the entire surface of the turkey.
- Stuff the cavity with quartered lemon, onion, and fresh herbs.
- Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the bottom.
Cooking
- Roast the turkey in the preheated oven, basting every 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- This usually takes about 3 to 4 hours.
- Once done, let the turkey rest for 20 to 30 minutes before carving.
Notes
Allow the turkey to come to room temperature before roasting for even cooking. Use a roasting rack for crispy skin.