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Lemon-Basil Turkey Breast Recipe

  • 12servings
  • 140minutes
  • 192calories

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Source: www.tasteofhome.comReport recipe

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Nutrition Info . . .

NutrientsProteins, Cellulose
VitaminsA, B2, B3, C, P
MineralsNatrium, Silicon, Magnesium, Sulfur, Phosphorus, Molybdenum

Ingredients Jump to Instructions ↓

  1. 6 medium carrots

  2. 3 celery ribs

  3. 2 medium onions

  4. 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

  5. 1 cup water

  6. 1 cup minced fresh basil

  7. 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel

  8. 4 garlic cloves, minced

  9. 1/2 teaspoon salt

  10. 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  11. 1 bone-in turkey breast (5 to 6 pounds)

  12. 2 medium lemons, sliced

Instructions Jump to Ingredients ↑

  1. Lemon-Basil Turkey Breast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Cut carrots and celery into 2-in. lengths; cut onions into wedges. Place in a roasting pan; add broth and water.

  2. In a small bowl, combine the basil, lemon peel, garlic, salt and pepper. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey breast; rub mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Place turkey breast over carrot mixture. Place lemon slices over skin.

  3. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting every 30 minutes. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing turkey. Serve with vegetables. Yield: 12 servings.

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