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Simple Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

This oven roasted turkey breast comes out juicy with golden, crispy skin. A simple olive oil rub under the skin keeps every bite full of flavor. Perfect for smaller gatherings or when you don't need a whole turkey.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Rest Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Holiday, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Thanksgiving
Calories: 151

Ingredients
  

  • 3-8 pound turkey breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Equipment

  • Roasting pan with rack or 9x13 inch pan
  • Small bowl
  • meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place a 3 to 8 pound turkey breast skin side up on the rack of a roasting pan, or into a lightly greased 9x13 pan.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder to form a paste.
  3. Loosen the skin with your finger and spoon some of the spice mixture underneath the skin. Smooth it out to cover as much of the meat as possible.
  4. Rub the remaining spice mixture on top of the turkey breast skin.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes per pound, until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 160°F. Measure the temperature in the center of the thickest part of the breast.
  6. Remove from the oven and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Then slice and serve.

Notes

Cooking time depends on the size of your turkey breast. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy. Boneless turkey breasts will cook faster than bone-in. Don't skip the resting time - it allows temperature to reach 165°F and keeps turkey juicy.
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