Description
This best Christmas stuffed turkey breast recipe brings together the cozy flavors of the holidays—juicy turkey, savory stuffing, and aromatic herbs—in a simple, elegant roast perfect for smaller gatherings.
Ingredients
1 (3-4 lb) boneless turkey breast, butterflied
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/2 cup chicken or turkey broth (for basting)
3 cups cubed bread or cornbread
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1 apple, peeled and diced
1/2 cup cooked sausage (optional)
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 cup chicken broth (to moisten)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Pat the turkey breast dry and butterfly it if needed. Pound to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
3. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and celery until soft. Add garlic, cranberries, nuts, apple, and sausage if using. Combine with bread cubes and poultry seasoning in a bowl. Moisten with broth and let cool.
4. Lay the turkey breast flat, season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Spread the stuffing evenly, leaving a border around the edges.
5. Roll up the turkey tightly from one long side and tie with kitchen twine in 3–4 places to secure.
6. Place seam-side down on a roasting rack. Brush with olive oil or butter and pour 1/2 cup broth into the pan.
7. Roast for 60–75 minutes, basting halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve with pan gravy or cranberry relish.
Notes
You can prepare the stuffed turkey breast a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to roast.
For a gluten-free version, use wild rice or quinoa stuffing.
Always let the turkey rest before slicing to retain its juices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 95