Name: Roasted Turkey Breast with Savory Pepper Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 bone-in turkey breast, 5-6 pounds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 2 tablespoons Texan Heartland Pork &amp; Poultry Seasoning; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional; 1 small yellow onion, quartered; 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped; 1 cup chicken broth or turkey broth; Fresh herbs, optional for garnish

Roasted Turkey Breast with Savory Pepper Crust

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Author:

Texan Heartland

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

1 hour 30 minutes

Tender, juicy, and finished with a savory pepper crust, this roasted turkey breast brings big holiday flavor without waiting for a holiday. Texan Heartland Pork & Poultry Seasoning gives the turkey a balanced blend of salt, pepper, garlic, onion, paprika, mustard, and celery seed, creating a beautifully seasoned crust while keeping the meat simple, familiar, and full of flavor.

Roasted Turkey Breast with Savory Pepper Crust

Ingredients

1 bone-in turkey breast, 5-6 pounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons Texan Heartland Pork & Poultry Seasoning
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional
1 small yellow onion, quartered
2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
1 cup chicken broth or turkey broth
Fresh herbs, optional for garnish

Directions

Preheat the oven: Heat oven to 350°F and place a rack inside a roasting pan.
Prepare the turkey: Pat turkey breast dry with paper towels to help the seasoning form a better crust.
Make the seasoning rub: Mix olive oil, softened butter, Texan Heartland Pork & Poultry Seasoning, and Dijon mustard if using.
Season the turkey: Rub the seasoning mixture over the skin and gently under the skin where possible.
Set up the roasting pan: Place onion, celery, and broth in the bottom of the pan, then set the turkey breast on the rack.
Roast until done: Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes-1 hour 30 minutes, or until the thickest part of the breast reaches 165°F.
Rest before carving: Let turkey rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing to keep the meat juicy.
Serve warm: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and spoon pan juices over the sliced turkey.

Recipe Note

For the best flavor and texture, season the turkey breast several hours ahead of time and refrigerate it uncovered. This gives the seasoning time to penetrate the meat while helping the skin dry slightly, which creates a better savory crust during roasting.