roasted herbed turkey breast
INGREDIENTS
3/4 Cup kosher salt
1/3 Cup brown sugar
1 (6-7 lb) bone-in, skin-on turkey breast
1 Cup water
8 Tablespoon butter, room temperature
1/4 Cup chopped fresh herbs: parsley, sage, rosemary and marjoram or oregano (plus more for garnish)
1 Clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 Teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1/2 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
PREPARATION
Steps
1
Remove any excess fat from the breast. In a large stockpot, combine 1 gallon water, kosher salt and brown sugar. Stir until salt and sugar crystals dissolve.
2
Add the turkey to the brine and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours or overnight. If necessary, weigh the turkey down with a bag of ice to keep the turkey submerged.
3
Drain and pat turkey dry with paper towels; discard the brine. Put the breast on a roasting rack in a shallow roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the pan.
4
For the Herb Butter: In a microwave-safe mixing bowl, combine the butter, chopped herbs, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
5
When ready to cook, set Z Grill temperature to 325℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
6
Using your fingers or the handle of a wooden spoon, loosen the skin under the breast from the meat. Insert 2 tablespoons of the herb butter under the skin on each side of the breastbone. Distribute butter evenly and push out any pockets of air.
7
Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of herb butter in the microwave using medium-low heat. Brush the outside of the turkey breast with some of the melted butter.
8
Roast the turkey for 2 to 21/2 hours, or until the turkey is golden brown and the internal temperature in the thickest part of the breast is 165℉. Baste with the remaining butter after 1-1/2 hours. Let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Enjoy!