Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
Just in time for Thanksgiving, this Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe is perfect for the holiday season! Taste tested and approved, you are going to love this juicy and flavor packed turkey breast!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you store leftover turkey breast?
You can store these bone-in turkey breast leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can you free leftover turkey breast?
Absolutely! Add the juicy turkey breast into an airtight container such as a vacuum sealed bag labeled with the name and date the turkey was placed in the freezer for up to 1 year.
How do you reheat leftover turkey?
You can reheat leftover turkey in a few different ways. See below for each method:
- Oven method: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the leftover turkey in an oven-safe dish and cover it with foil to prevent it from drying out. Reheat for 20-30 minutes, or until the turkey is heated through.
- Microwave method: Place the leftover turkey in a microwave-safe dish and cover it with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes per serving, or until the turkey is heated through.
- Stovetop method: Cut the leftover turkey into smaller pieces and place them in a saucepan or skillet with a bit of broth or gravy to prevent the meat from drying out. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is heated through.
- Sous vide method: If you have a sous vide machine, you can place the leftover turkey in a vacuum-sealed bag and heat it in the sous vide water bath at 140°F (60°C) for 45-60 minutes, or until heated through.
Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe Ingredients
- 1 onion, peeled and quartered
- 1 head garlic, edges cut off
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or turkey broth)
- 2 pound turkey breast
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Optional Seasonings
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh rosemary
- thyme
- sage
- cloves garlic
Optional Add Ins and Sides
- sweet potatoes
- carrots (good for those on low carb)
- cranberry sauce
- turkey gravy
Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Place onion, garlic, and lemon in a casserole dish or roasting pan large enough for your turkey breast.
- Add the chicken broth to the dish.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with a kitchen paper towel and place in the casserole dish.
- Use a spoon or your fingers to pull the turkey skin away from the flesh.
- Insert the butter in between the turkey skin and flesh.
- Rub the poultry seasoning all over the turkey breast, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, until an inserted meat thermometer reads 160F for the internal temperature.
- Allow the turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes. It will increase in temperature the remaining 5F.
- Slice and serve.
Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe Nutrition
Serves 8
Calories 224, Total C 3g, Fiber 1g, Net C 2g, Sugar 1g, Fat 13g, Protein 25g
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Keto Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 onion peeled and quartered
- 1 head garlic edges cut off
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or turkey broth
- 2 pound turkey breast
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Place onion, garlic, and lemon in a casserole dish or roasting pan large enough for your turkey breast.
- Add the chicken broth to the dish.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with a kitchen paper towel and place in the casserole dish.
- Use a spoon or your fingers to pull the turkey skin away from the flesh.
- Insert the butter in between the turkey skin and flesh.
- Rub the poultry seasoning all over the turkey breast, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, until an inserted meat thermometer reads 160F.
- Allow the turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes. It will increase in temperature the remaining 5F.
- Slice and serve.
That looks so good!