Cajun Turkey Breast
Kick it up a notch in heat and flavor with this juicy oven roasted cajun turkey breast. All white meat and all easy to make in your oven with just a few minutes of prep!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 576kcal
Cost: Recipe $9.14 / Serving $1.14
Ingredients
- 6 pound turkey breast, bone in and skin on ($7.64)
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil ($0.36)
- ½ tablespoon Cajun seasoning ($0.44)
- 1 tablespoon paprika ($0.21)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder ($0.15)
- ½ tablespoon onion powder ($0.12)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ($0.08)
- ½ tablespoon salt ($0.01)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ($0.08)
- ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste ($0.04)
- ⅛-¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes ($0.01)
Instructions
- Prep the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mix the seasoning. In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Prepare the turkey. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels and place it on a baking sheet or in a roasting pan.
- Oil and season. Rub olive oil all over the turkey, including under the skin if possible. Press the seasoning mixture evenly over the entire turkey.
- Rest. Let the seasoned turkey sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes to help flavors absorb and promote even cooking.
- Roast. Roast uncovered for about 20 minutes per pound, or until the thickest part reaches 165°F. A 6 pound turkey breast typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. Tent loosely with foil if the skin browns too quickly.
- Rest and slice. Let the turkey rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Notes
- Turkey cut: A bone in turkey breast is different from a turkey breast roast and is ideal for making stock after cooking.
- Juiciness: Use an oven safe thermometer and remove the turkey at 165°F. Resting is key to preventing dryness.
- Skin texture: Roast uncovered for crispy skin. Tent with foil only if needed.
- Timing: Cook time varies by oven and size. Always rely on temperature rather than time alone.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 576kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 75g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 639mg | Potassium: 994mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 786IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 5mg
