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Name: Herb-Crusted Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 8 lb turkey breast (boneless or bone-in); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp paprika; 2 tsp dried oregano; 2 tsp dried rosemary; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder

This roasted turkey breast emerges from the oven moist and tender, featuring beautifully bronzed, crackling skin. Massaging an uncomplicated olive oil mixture beneath the surface ensures delicious taste throughout.

By Jason Miller, Weeknight Cook & Household Coordinator

Prep: 5 minCook: 105 minServes: 8

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This herb-crusted oven roasted turkey breast is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your meal rotation — satisfying enough for a weeknight dinner, impressive enough for company, and simple enough that you will actually make it again. It brings together familiar flavors in a way that feels both comforting and fresh.

Position your oven rack in the center for even heat distribution, and let the oven preheat fully before anything goes in — this is especially important for achieving a crisp, golden exterior. Add the garlic after the other aromatics have softened — it burns faster than onions and can turn bitter if it hits high heat for too long.

This recipe scales easily for larger groups and leftovers reheat well for lunches throughout the week. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste — cooking is always better when you make a recipe your own. Pair it with a simple side salad or your favorite grain for a complete meal.

Ingredients

3 to 8 lb turkey breast (boneless or bone-in)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried rosemary
2 tsp salt
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder

Nutrition (Per 8 servings)*

151

Calories

25g

Protein

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

816mg

Sodium

* AI-estimated values only — not a substitute for professional nutrition labeling.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (177°C). 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.
In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, paprika, oregano, rosemary, salt, thyme, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to form a paste.
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. Rub the remaining spice mixture on top of the turkey breast skin.
Roast in the preheated oven for approx. 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. Actual cooking time will depend on the size of your turkey breast. Boneless turkey breasts will cook faster. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
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.