For the Turkey Breast
4–5 pound turkey breast, bone-in, skin-on
For the Citrus Herb Butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Zest of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 orange
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Roasting Pan
1 onion, quartered
1 lemon, sliced
1 orange, sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Prepare the Citrus Herb Butter
Mix Butter and Flavors: In a bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon zest, orange zest, rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Prepare the Turkey Breast
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Loosen the Skin: Gently loosen the skin from the turkey breast, being careful not to tear it.
Apply Butter Under the Skin: Rub about two-thirds of the citrus herb butter mixture under the skin of the turkey, spreading it evenly.
Apply Butter on Top: Rub the remaining butter on the outside of the skin.
Roast the Turkey
Arrange Aromatics in Roasting Pan: Place the quartered onion, lemon slices, and orange slices in the bottom of a roasting pan. Pour in the chicken broth.
Place Turkey Breast on Top: Set the prepared turkey breast on top of the aromatics.
Roast in Oven: Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with pan juices.
Rest Before Slicing: Let the turkey rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
Serve
Slice and Serve: Carve the turkey breast and serve it with the roasted citrus and herbs.
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