Bobby Flay Turkey Breast Recipe
This Bobby Flay Turkey Breast Recipe is juicy, flavorful and perfect for a simple yet special meal. It is great for holidays or family dinners.
Ingredients
For the turkey:
- 1 whole turkey breast about 1.5–2 kg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the spice rub:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Optional brine:
- 4 cups water
- ¼ cup salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
Brine the turkey (optional)
- Mix water, salt and sugar. Soak turkey for a few hours. This helps keep it juicy and flavorful.
Preheat the oven
- Set oven to 180°C. Prepare a roasting pan for cooking the turkey breast evenly.
Prepare the turkey
- Pat turkey dry with paper towel. Rub olive oil all over the surface to help seasoning stick.
Make the spice rub
- In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, thyme and oregano well.
Season the turkey
- Rub salt, pepper and spice mixture all over the turkey. Make sure it is evenly coated.
Place in roasting pan
- Put turkey breast in roasting pan. Place it skin-side up for crispy texture.
Roast the turkey
- Cook for about 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes until fully cooked and golden brown.
Check temperature
- Use a thermometer. Internal temperature should reach 75°C for safe and juicy meat.
Rest and serve
- Remove from oven and cover with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for stronger flavor
- Add butter under the skin for extra juiciness
- Use lemon slices for fresh taste
- Add garlic cloves in roasting pan
- Baste turkey during cooking
- Use honey glaze for sweetness
- Cook with vegetables for a complete meal