Mouthwatering Herb Roasted Turkey
Transform your holiday table with this **Mouthwatering Herb Roasted Turkey**—a centerpiece that’s as flavorful as it is stunning. Infused with a rich blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, and garlic, this 12-pound turkey is basted with a luscious butter mixture under and over the skin, ensuring every bite is tender, juicy, and aromatic. A hint of lemon zest adds brightness, while stuffing the cavity with onions, carrots, and celery elevates its depth of flavor. Roasted to golden perfection with a splash of chicken broth to lock in moisture, this herb-spiced turkey is basted throughout to deliver a beautifully crisp skin and succulent meat. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any celebratory feast, this savory showstopper serves up to 12 guests and pairs perfectly with your favorite holiday sides. Whether you're a first-time host or a seasoned chef, this recipe will make your turkey the talk of the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pounds whole turkey
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece lemon, zest and juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 piece yellow onion, quartered
- 3 stalks celery stalks, halved
- 2 pieces carrots, halved
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Adjust the oven rack to the lowest position.
Remove the turkey from its packaging, remove the giblets and neck from the cavity, and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the rosemary, thyme, sage, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breasts by sliding your fingers underneath it, being careful not to tear it. Spread half of the herb butter mixture evenly under the skin.
Rub the remaining herb butter over the exterior of the turkey, ensuring to coat it evenly.
Stuff the turkey cavity with the quartered onion, celery stalks, and carrots for flavor.
Tie the legs of the turkey together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the bird to prevent burning.
Drizzle the olive oil over the turkey and drizzle the lemon juice evenly across the top.
Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan to prevent the turkey from drying out during cooking.
Place the turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack set inside a large roasting pan.
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (74°C). Baste the turkey with the drippings every 45 minutes to keep it moist.
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and tent it loosely with foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before carving so the juices can redistribute.
Carve and serve your Mouthwatering Herb Roasted Turkey with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 315.8 g | 405% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.8 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4058 mg | 1353% | |
| Sodium | 8124 mg | 353% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1320.1 g | 2640% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 884 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 65.4 mg | 363% | |
| Potassium | 14626 mg | 311% | |
*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.
