Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

This Oven Roasted Turkey Breast recipe is about as foolproof as it gets.

Made with dijon mustard, olive oil, and savory seasonings, this turkey breast is moist and tender on the inside, making it perfect for serving especially during the holiday season.

What makes roasted turkey breast so good?

Roasted turkey breast is considered to be a healthier way to cook turkey that is savory, juicy and tender with a crisp and golden skin on the outside.

I like that this oven roasted turkey breast takes about five minutes to prep .

Have you tried my recipe for Dutch Oven Roasted Turkey Breast?

That turkey breast is roasted with celery, carrots, garlic, and seasonings using Dutch oven. These are both easy and delicious recipes for making turkey breast in your oven.

My turkey breast was oven roasted in a tall baking pan. You can find taller baking pans here.

What you need to make oven roasted turkey.

• Turkey Breast. A medium (two pound) turkey breast was used in my recipe. Your turkey breast should not be frozen.
• Olive Oil. Adds flavor and moisture while allowing the skin to get crisp and brown.
• Dijon Mustard. I am partial to the grainier country style dijon mustard.
• Brown Sugar. Gives a nice flavor balance with a bit of caramelizing.
• Seasonings. Salt, Pepper, Garlic (granulated),coriander, oregano, and paprika.

How to make roasted turkey breast.

Prep Time: 5 minutes .
Bake Time: 80 minutes.
Servings: 4 .
How to Serve: Serve with Gravy .
Notes: I like a taller baking pan for this recipe so that it will easily hold the turkey breast when transferring in and out of the oven .

1. Prepare. Preheat your oven to 350f and prep your baking pan for nonstick as desired. Then place the turkey breast into the pan.
2. Marinade. In a medium bowl, use a whisk to combine together the remaining ingredients (oil, mustard, brown sugar, and seasonings).
3. Coat. Use a pastry brush or similar item to evenly coat the turkey well with the marinade.
4. Cover. Completely cover the turkey breast in the pan with foil that is secured around the edges of the pan.
5. Roast. Place the turkey in the center of your oven and roast for 45 minutes. Then carefully remove the foil from the turkey and roast until browned and crisp on the outside (10-15 more minutes).
6. Serve. Carefully remove the turkey breast from your oven and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips for making the best roasted turkey breast.

Drying the turkey skin with paper towels before seasoning helps achieve a crispy and golden-brown exterior during roasting. I like to use clean paper towels to pat the turkey skin to do this.

More helpful tips for you.

1. While you can use a previously frozen turkey to make this recipe, your turkey breast should be defrosted properly before making this dish.
2. To prepare this recipe ahead of time, simply follow the steps up to placing the turkey breast into your oven. You can place the foil covered turkey in your refrigerator for up to eight hours (overnight).
3. Your turkey is done baking when the internal temperature reaches 165°F. You can insert a thermometer into the thickest part of the breast to check the internal temperature.

How to store turkey.

Once the turkey has fully cooled, it can be stored in an airtight container.When properly stored, the turkey should keep for up to three days refrigerated or up to a few months when frozen.

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