Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast with Herb Butter for Thanksgiving

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

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Tender turkey breast roasted with a fragrant herb butter rub, perfect for a classic Thanksgiving centerpiece. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 95 minutes, pairs boneless turkey breast, unsalted butter, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pounds boneless turkey breast
6 tablespoons, softened unsalted butter
1 tablespoon, finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon, finely chopped fresh thyme
4, minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat dry 4 pounds boneless turkey breast with paper towels.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 6 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until well blended.
Step 3: Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breast without tearing it, then spread the herb butter mixture evenly under the skin and over the surface of the turkey.
Step 4: Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the turkey breast and place it on a roasting rack in a baking pan.
Step 5: Roast the turkey breast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Step 6: Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.