Clay Pot Turkey Breast Recipe
Description
This Clay Pot Turkey Breast recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and succulent turkey breast, with a crispy skin. This recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. The clay pot helps keep the turkey moist and flavorful while it cooks. The combination of herbs and butter give the turkey breast a savory flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. This recipe is simple enough for any home cook and is sure to be a hit.
Prep Time
Prep time for this Clay Pot Turkey Breast recipe is about 10 minutes, including prepping the turkey for the pot. This includes prepping the herbs, peeling and chopping the vegetables, and rubbing the turkey with butter and herbs. This step is important to ensure that the turkey is flavorful and will cook evenly.
Cook Time
Cook time for this recipe is about 2 hours, depending on the size of the turkey. A 4-5 pound turkey should take around 2 hours to cook. The turkey is done when it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, when the thickest part of the breast is tested with a meat thermometer. Once the turkey is done, let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Ingredients
- 4-5 pound turkey breast
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme, minced
- 1 teaspoon sage, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Rinse the turkey breast and pat it dry. Place it in a clay pot.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Rub the turkey with the mixture, making sure to get it all over the turkey.
5. Place the onion, carrots, and celery in the clay pot, around the turkey.
6. Drizzle the melted butter over the turkey.
7. Cover the clay pot with aluminum foil, and place it in the oven.
8. Bake for 2 hours, or until the turkey reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
9. Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before carving.
10. Serve and enjoy!
Equipment
- Clay Pot
- Aluminum Foil
- Small Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Spoons
- Meat Thermometer
Notes
This recipe can also be cooked in a roasting pan with a lid. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the turkey. Be sure to check the temperature of the turkey with a meat thermometer to make sure it is done.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 367
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 127mg
- Sodium: 546mg
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 51g
Recipe Tips
This recipe is a great way to make a flavorful and juicy turkey breast. For extra flavor, you can add other herbs and spices to the mix. You can also stuff the turkey with vegetables and herbs to add more flavor. Adding a cup of white wine to the clay pot will also help keep the turkey moist while it bakes.
If you don’t have a clay pot, you can use a roasting pan with a lid. You can also use a slow cooker to cook the turkey. Just make sure to check the temperature of the turkey with a meat thermometer to make sure it is done. Enjoy this delicious Clay Pot Turkey Breast recipe!
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