Bacon Wrapped Turkey Breast Recipe
Tired of the same boring turkey recipes?!? It’s time to shake things up and take your turkey game to a whole new level with this easy bacon wrapped turkey breast! With the porky goodness of crispy bacon and the juiciness of perfectly roasted turkey, it’s sure to impress your guests and tickle their taste buds!
Turkey Breast: I used bone-in turkey breast which stays nice and juicy when cooked. Bacon: Adds a crispy layer to the turkey that also provides some fat and delicious savory flavor. Olive Oil: Helps the herbs and spices adhere to the turkey and also adds richness. Salt and Pepper: Used to season the turkey and enhance its natural flavor. Garlic Powder: Adds a punch of savory garlic flavor. Onion Powder: Imparts a subtle onion flavor. Fresh Herbs: Fresh rosemary and thyme infuse the meat with a fragrant herbal note. You can use dried herbs, but you’ll need to adjust the quantities. Chicken Broth: Keeps the bacon wrapped turkey breast moist during roasting and adds flavor.
This easy recipe ensures a perfect balance of crispy bacon and juicy turkey! With only 20 minutes of prep time, you can create this succulent and tasty masterpiece. To begin, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Then use paper towels to pat your turkey breast dry. Now, rub the olive oil all over the meat. Next, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme in a small bowl. Then rub the spice mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin. After seasoning, start laying the strips of bacon evenly over the top of the turkey breast covering as much of the surface as possible by slightly overlapping the slices. Then tuck the bacon strips under the breast or secure the slices with toothpicks to make sure they stay in place while in the oven. Time for turkey magic! Place the bacon wrapped turkey on a rack in a roasting pan, keeping it skin side up. Then pour the chicken broth into the roasting pan. Now, transfer the turkey to the preheated oven and let it bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. When ready, the internal temperature of the turkey should be at least 160°F (71°C). Once the bacon is crispy, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This is an essential step that allows the juices time to redistribute and for the internal temperature of the turkey to reach 165°F (74°C).
Storage
You can store any leftover bacon wrapped turkey breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, consider freezing the slices individually, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Then just thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating. To reheat, put the turkey on a baking sheet in the oven or toaster oven for a few minutes until warmed through. I recommend avoiding reheating in the microwave to prevent a loss of texture.
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