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Turkey breast southwest seasoning

Turkey Breast, Southwest Style

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
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Servings

4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 3 pound half turkey breast
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves mashed
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • Kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. 
  • Rinse and dry turkey. Place it skin side up in a roasting pan. 
  • In a small bowl, combine evoo, garlic, oregano, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Brush mixture on turkey. Season with salt, if desired. 
  • Place turkey in 400°F oven, and immediately reduce the heat to 350°F. Roast for 20 minutes. 
  • After 20 minutes, baste turkey with juices in the bottom of the pan. Then roast for 40 to 65 minutes more, basting occasionally. Remove from the oven when a meat thermometer stuck into the thickest part of the breast reads 160°F. Rest 15 minutes before carving.