Don't want to deal with the mess of a turkey this holiday season? This Roasted Turkey Breast recipe is much quicker and easier to clean up than a whole bird.
I use plastic storage bags a lot. They are great for preparing meals and cleaning up meals as well. I use storage bags to store leftovers . They really do help keep foods fresh. I also use storage bags when I marinate meats. Hefty storage slider bags are strong and perfect for marinating because they won't leak or open by accident.
Marinating or brining a turkey is a great way to liven up the flavor this Thanksgiving. We are hosting dinner this year. My husband loves to brine the whole turkey. Brining the whole turkey is a process. We had to purchase a special bucket to fit a large turkey and the brining liquid. For smaller versions, I just marinate turkey in herbs and cider.
A traditional Thanksgiving meal doesn't have to be made only on Thanksgiving. This weekend I did a dry run on a smaller scale. Instead of using a whole turkey for just the four of us I used a boneless turkey breast. The meat from a whole turkey is given moisture from the skin and bones during cooking. A boneless turkey breast, however, will not have the benefit of moisture from the bones and skin, so marinating helps give additional flavor and moisture to the meat.[Tweet "Use a turkey breast instead of a whole bird for a small intimate holiday meal."]
Marinating doesn't need to take long. I marinated the turkey breast over night, but a few hours is really all that you need. Simply place the meat into a hefty storage bag, poor the marinade over the meat, and place the package into the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Recipe
Roasted Turkey Breast
Ingredients
- 1 5-6 pound boneless, skinless turkey breast
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh sage chopped
- 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- 2 Tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 11/2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup apple cider
Instructions
- Place turkey breast in a plastic storage bag or food storage container.
- Mix together additional ingredients and then add to turkey breast.
- Seal container and place turkey with marinade into the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or over night.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Remove turkey breast from marinade.
- Discard marinade.
- Place turkey breast in a roasting pan and cover with foil.
- Roast turkey until juices run clean when pierced with a fork and the internal temperature of the thickest portion of the breast is heated to 165 degrees F. (Approximately 1-11/2 hours).
- When turkey is done remove from oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Nutrition
Hefty has put together a great infographic to help you plan your Thanksgiving meal this year. From prep to clean up Hefty has you covered.
This post was a sponsored post for Hefty. All opinions are my own.
Pragati // Simple Medicine says
This is perfect for our little family! My husband is going to be excited about this one - thank you for sharing!
Katie @ Mom to Mom Nutrition says
I love marinating in storage bags as well! It makes cleanup SO easy and it doesn't take up a lot of room in my fridge. I love this prep chart. I'm not making TG dinner this year but I'll be sure to send to my Mom.
Rachel @LittleChefBigAppetite says
I, too, go through SO many bags! This recipe looks delicious!
Gina B says
I love this recipe! We usually just eat turkey the boring old way 🙁
Julia says
This looks delicious and easy! I always forget that turkey isn't just for Thanksgiving!
carrie says
I usually just do a turkey breast but I'm attempting a whole bird this year! Thanks for the infographic. I'm pinning that for sure!
Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says
I use plastic bags to marinate food all the time. As it defrosts, it continues to marinate. I love brined turkey! So moist and flavorful!
Jennifer Lynn-Pullman says
We buy William Sonoma Turkey Brine.
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
Jennifer, I even use HEfty Giant storage bags for brining my turkey in--who says it needs to be for clothes?!
Jennifer Lynn-Pullman says
Great idea!
JENNA says
ACCIDENTALLY GOT A BONE IN TURKEY. CAN I MAKE THIS RECIPE WITH BONE IN AS WELL?
Jennifer Lynn-Pullman says
I think the recipe would still work.
Kristen Chidsey says
I also marinade in storage bags. In fact, when I use a large turkey, I marinade it in a clothing storage bag. Works like a charm
Maria says
Love all the herbs you use!