Feeling peckish for Thanksgiving but not ready to handle a whole bird? No worries! A plump, stuffed bone-in turkey breast is ideal for a smaller get-together. It’s flavorful, simple to make, and evokes all the comforts of Thanksgiving without the burdensome leftovers.
Here’s what you need to know:
Ingredients:
- Bone-in, skin-on turkey breast: Ask your butcher to debone and butterfly the breast for easier stuffing and even cooking.
- Stuffing: Choose your favorite recipe or try the cranberry stuffing from Chocolate Moosey.
- Butter: For a flavorful rub and crispy skin.
- Garlic and herbs: Thyme, rosemary, and sage add a delicious aroma.
- Salt: Season the turkey and butter (use less if using salted butter).
Instructions:
- Prepare the stuffing: Follow your chosen recipe or use the cranberry stuffing from Chocolate Moosey.
- Make the herb butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, herbs, and salt.
- Stuff the turkey: Cut a pocket in the side of the breast and fill it with stuffing. Secure the opening with toothpicks.
- Season and roast: Rub the herb butter under and over the skin. Place the breast on a roasting rack and bake at 325°F for 60-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and carve: Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving.
- Make gravy: Use the pan drippings to whip up a delicious turkey gravy.
Tips:
- Don’t have a roasting rack? Make one by placing a baking rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet.
- Leftover stuffing? Bake it alongside the turkey in a heatproof pan.
- Planning your Thanksgiving menu? Check out Chocolate Moosey’s Thanksgiving Dinner For Two and Christmas Dinner For Two for recipe pairings.
FAQs:
- Is turkey breast white or dark meat? Turkey breast is considered white meat.
- How do I prevent turkey from drying out? Use a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature and avoid overcooking.
- Can I stuff a boneless turkey breast? Yes, but a bone-in breast provides more stability and holds its shape better.
Additional Resources:
- Chocolate Moosey’s Stuffed Turkey Breast recipe: https://www.chocolatemoosey.com/caramelized-onion-and-cranberry-stuffed-turkey-breasts/
- The Spruce Eats’ Steps to Stuff and Roast a Turkey Breast: https://www.thespruceeats.com/stuff-a-turkey-breast-483303
Enjoy your delicious, perfectly-sized Thanksgiving feast!