Herb-Crusted Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

Herb-Crusted Oven Roasted Turkey Breast🍖 Main

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

Shared by the Home Cook Assistant community · Reviewed for clarity

Prep: 5 minCook: 105 minServes: 8
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There is a quiet confidence to a dish like herb-crusted oven roasted turkey breast that comes from knowing every element has a purpose. This is not just another variation on a familiar idea. It is a well balanced plate where 3 to 8 lb turkey breast (boneless or bone-in), 2 tbsp olive oil come together in a way that feels both comforting and intentional, the kind of meal that makes a regular weeknight feel a little more cared for. Whether you are cooking for family, hosting friends, or simply treating yourself to something made with attention, this recipe rewards you with layers of flavor that belie how approachable it really is.

You will want to pay attention to two small details that make a big difference here. First, Let your oven fully preheat and position the rack in the center. An accurate temperature matters more than the timer, so trust visual cues like bubbling edges and golden tops over the clock alone. Second, Season in layers rather than all at once. A pinch when you add the aromatics, another when the main ingredients go in, and a final adjustment at the end builds depth that one big addition at the start cannot match. These are not fussy chef tricks. They are the practical habits that separate a good version of this dish from a great one, and once you do them a few times they become second nature.

Leftovers keep beautifully for three days refrigerated and reheat well with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce. It also freezes well for up to a month, so consider making a double batch when you have the time. If this is your first time with herb-crusted oven roasted turkey breast, this roasted turkey breast emerges from the oven moist and tender, featuring beautifully bronzed, crackling skin. massag that the process is forgiving and the results are consistently satisfying. It is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation, not because it is complicated, but because it is reliably delicious and adaptable to what you have on hand.

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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
1g
Carbs
5g
Fat
1g
Fiber
816mg
Sodium

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

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, paprika, oregano, rosemary, salt, thyme, black pepper, onion powder, and 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. Rub the remaining spice mixture on top of the turkey breast skin.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.

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