Description
Classic Herb-Roasted Turkey with Pan Gravy is the ultimate centerpiece for your festive gatherings, enveloping your home with its mouthwatering aroma. This golden-brown turkey, seasoned with fresh herbs and roasted to perfection, is complemented by a rich, velvety gravy that elevates every bite. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or a cozy family dinner, this recipe guarantees to impress and create cherished memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-14 lbs) whole turkey, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup yellow onions, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, whole
- 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove giblets from the turkey and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub softened butter over the entire turkey and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with onions, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for about 13–15 minutes per pound until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- After roasting, transfer turkey to a platter to rest while you prepare the gravy by whisking flour into the roasting pan drippings and adding chicken broth until thickened.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg