Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the turkey from packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the softened butter all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Season the turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place fresh herbs inside the turkey cavity.
- Pour chicken broth into the roasting pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 3 to 4 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator if frozen.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Save the drippings for gravy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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