Description
This oven-roasted boneless turkey breast is seasoned and slowly roasted until wonderfully juicy and tender. It comes out perfectly cooked every time with golden crispy skin and flavorful meat. It is a great option for the holidays or a weekend dinner everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- Boneless turkey breast – 1 large or 2 small (about 5lbs)
- 3–4 tablespons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–3 lemons sliced into 1/4-inch slices
Instructions
- Arrange a rack in the middle part of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set it aside.
- Combine the oil and seasoning in a small bowl and mix well.
- Pat the turkey breast dry using clean paper towels, then brush it all over with the oil seasoning and season the turkey under the skin.
- Arrange the lemon slices on the lined baking sheet and place the seasoned turkey breast(s) on top of the lemon slices.
- Place the turkey into the preheated oven on the middle rack and roast it for 60-90 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. For extra crispy skin, increase the oven temperature to 375°F for the last 10 minutes of cooking time.
- Once the turkey is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before you slice and serve it.
Notes
- Select a good quality boneless turkey breast with the skin intact for the best results. You can use one large turkey breast or 2 smaller ones like I did. Note, that smaller turkey breasts will not take as long to cook. See the cooking times chart in the post.
- Do not overcook the turkey breast. I recommend checking the turkey for around 45-60 minutes and continuing to cook from there as needed.
- Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes after cooking, before you cut it.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or at 325°F in the oven until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 60 Minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
