2 Hour Turkey
Perfectly roasted in just two hours, the "2 Hour Turkey" is a game-changer for holiday feasts and family dinners alike. This delicious recipe features a 10-pound turkey brimming with bold flavors, thanks to a savory butter rub infused with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary. Stuffed with aromatic lemon, garlic, and yellow onion, and moistened with a splash of chicken stock, the turkey is cooked at a high temperature to achieve beautifully golden, crispy skin while locking in juices for tender, mouthwatering meat. With minimal effort and all the charm of a slow-roasted bird, this quick and easy turkey recipe saves you time without compromising on flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for any occasion. Whether it's Thanksgiving or just a cozy family dinner, the "2 Hour Turkey" offers impressive results in record time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pounds turkey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 bunch fresh thyme
- 1 bunch fresh rosemary
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole garlic
- 1 whole yellow onion
- 1 cup chicken stock
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and set a rack in the lower third of the oven.
Pat the turkey dry with paper towels. Remove giblets and neck from the cavity if present. Tuck the wings under the body to prevent overcooking.
In a small bowl, mix the butter, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder until well combined.
Rub the butter mixture generously all over the turkey, making sure to get under the skin where possible for maximum flavor.
Stuff the cavity with the fresh thyme, rosemary, lemon (halved), garlic (sliced in half crosswise), and onion (quartered).
Place the turkey on a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan. Pour the chicken stock into the bottom of the pan to keep the turkey moist during cooking.
Roast the turkey at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes to crisp the skin.
Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue roasting for an additional 60 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 160°F (71°C) and the thickest part of the thigh reads 170°F (77°C).
If the skin starts to darken too much during roasting, tent the bird with aluminum foil.
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and flavorful meat.
Carve the turkey and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy your perfectly roasted 2 Hour Turkey!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.0 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3593 mg | 1198% | |
| Sodium | 35538 mg | 1545% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1332.1 g | 2664% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.6 mcg | 68% | |
| Calcium | 1063 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 46.4 mg | 258% | |
| Potassium | 12412 mg | 264% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
