Cajun Style Turkey Breast
A flavorful celebration of family traditions, this Cajun Style Turkey Breast recipe is perfect for gatherings, filled with the warmth of home and a blend of delicious spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 lb Boneless Turkey Breast
- ½ stick Unsalted Butter Use fresh butter for best flavor.
- 1 tsp Salt Or to taste.
- 1 tsp Ground Pepper
- 1.5 tsp Cajun Seasoning Or Creole Seasoning.
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Cumin
- 2 tsp Garlic Powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Coat a baking dish with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
- Clean and pat dry the turkey breast.
- In a bowl, combine the butter, garlic, and remaining seasoning until creamy.
- Loosen the skin of the turkey breast. Spread half of the butter mixture underneath the skin and the remaining half on top and underneath of the turkey breast.
Cooking
- Place the turkey in the baking dish, skin-side up, and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the skin begins to brown.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.
- Check the internal temperature with a thermometer; it should read at least 160 degrees before removing from the oven.
- Lightly cover the turkey with foil and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh herbs and sides like mashed potatoes or green beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container for best quality. Reheat gently to preserve moisture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 56gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 650mg
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