Lemon-Herb Roast Turkey Breast with Creamy Broccoli
· 55 min · Turkey · gluten-free
Ingredients
- 2 lb Boneless turkey breast
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium, zest and juice Lemon
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 1/2 lb, cut into bite-size pieces Broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 4 oz, softened Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Water
Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)
- Heat the oven to 400°F for about 10 minutes, until it has reached temperature; this gives the turkey a steady, hot start.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels, then set it in a small roasting pan.
- In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for about 30 seconds, until evenly combined.
- Rub the lemon-herb mixture over all sides of the turkey, coating it evenly so the seasoning flavors the whole roast.
- Roast the turkey at 400°F for 30–40 minutes, checking at 30 minutes; remove it when the thickest part reads 165°F on an instant-read thermometer and the outside is lightly browned. If it browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.
- Move the turkey to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes; resting helps the juices settle so they stay in the slices.
- While the turkey roasts, put the broccoli and 2 tablespoons water in a covered microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 5–7 minutes, until bright green and just tender when pierced with a fork; drain carefully.
- In a medium saucepan, stir the cream, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard over medium-low heat for 4–5 minutes, until smooth and gently steaming; if it begins to bubble hard, lower the heat.
- Stir the cheddar into the sauce over low heat for 1–2 minutes, until melted and smooth; if the sauce looks too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon water.
- Add the drained broccoli to the cheese sauce and stir gently over low heat for 1–2 minutes, until coated and hot throughout.
- Slice the rested turkey across the grain into 1/2-inch slices and serve with the creamy broccoli.
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