Description
A classic Christmas turkey recipe for your perfect holiday feast. Juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove giblets and neck from the turkey cavity. Pat turkey dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the butter mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Stuff the turkey cavity with lemon, onion, and garlic.
- Place turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour broth into the pan.
- Roast for 3 to 3.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Letting the turkey rest ensures juiciness.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Christmas turkey, holiday feast, roasted turkey, festive meal