Turkey Breast Roast

Ingredients:

5 – 7 pounds turkey breast, boneless or bone in

3 tablespoons butter, softened

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon thyme

2 teaspoons sage

2 teaspoons paprika

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

• In a small bowl, combine:

  • 3 tablespoons softened butter, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon thyme, 2 teaspoons sage, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• Distribute the butter mixture over the turkey breast by lifting the skin to create a pocket and spreading the butter mixture over the turkey.

• Rub olive oil over the skin. Season with salt and pepper.

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt

• Place breast skin side up in a crock pot, air fryer or roasting pan for the oven.

Air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Place turkey skin side up in the air fryer basket. Cook 30 minutes or until the skin is golden and crispy. Turn the breast over, skin side down. Cook 30 to 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

Crock pot: Pour ½ - 1 cup turkey broth, water or wine to the bottom of the crock pot. Add the seasoned turkey. Cook on High for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low and cook for 7 hours or keep the crock pot on high and cook for an additional 3-4 hours. (When cooked on low, the turkey breast will be more tender and juicier.) Test with a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches 165 degrees F. You will have drippings to make gravy.

• Remove and tent with foil to rest for 5-10 minutes.