Roast Turkey With Herb Butter: The Juiciest Thanksgiving Delight
Learn how to make the juiciest roast turkey with herb butter, perfect for Thanksgiving!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter with herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the turkey dry, then rub the herb butter all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan and pour the lemon juice over it.
- Roast the turkey for about 13-15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Let the butter soften at room temperature for easy spreading.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Roast Turkey, Herb Butter, Thanksgiving, Juicy Turkey