Carved Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
w / Turkey Gravy
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Ingredients
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Turkey Breast
Gravy
Method
Turkey Breast Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Turkey
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Turkey
Rub the olive oil all over the turkey breast. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary. Rub the seasoning mixture generously over the turkey breast.
- 3
Roast the Turkey
Place the turkey breast on a roasting pan, and add 1 cup of chicken broth to the bottom of the pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with juices from the pan.
- 4
Rest the Turkey
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
Gravy Preparation
- 5
Collect Drippings
After removing the turkey, pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a measuring cup. Skim off excess fat, leaving about 1 cup of drippings.
- 6
Make the Roux
In a saucepan over medium heat, add the turkey drippings and heat until warm. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it's lightly browned.
- 7
Add Broth
Slowly whisk in 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken for about 5 minutes.
- 8
Season the Gravy
Taste the gravy and season with salt and black pepper to your liking. Remove from heat and serve warm over sliced turkey.
