Oven Roasted Turkey
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Oven Roasted Turkey is a flavorful and tender meat option, slow-cooked to perfection to maintain its natural juices and enhance its taste. This dish is high in protein, making it an excellent choice for a balanced meal.
This dish is served across various meal programs including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP throughout New York City.
Popular Home Recipes for Oven Roasted Turkey
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Oven Roasted Turkey shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Oven Roasted Turkey is a succulent and flavorful dish perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner. Its high protein content makes it an ideal choice for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
- •6 lb whole turkey breast
- •3 tbsp olive oil
- •1 tbsp salt
- •1 tsp black pepper
- •2 tsp garlic powder
- •2 tsp dried thyme
- •2 tsp dried rosemary
- •1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- 2In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- 3Rub the turkey breast with the olive oil mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- 4Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the pan.
- 5Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 6Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Chef Tips
- For added flavor, stuff the turkey with lemon slices and fresh herbs before roasting.
- Leftover turkey can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked to the right temperature.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.