Description
A flavorful stuffed roast turkey breast featuring savory Italian sausage stuffing, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
- 8 ounces uncooked Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme, oregano, or rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
- 1.5 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 8 cups croutons or dried stuffing cubes
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3-pound turkey breast, deboned and skin-on
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced celery and onion, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up and cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in fresh herbs, parsley, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with croutons, beaten egg, and chicken broth. Stir to blend and moisten.
- Lay the turkey breast flat, season with salt and pepper.
- Evenly place the stuffing along the center of the turkey breast, roll tightly, and secure with twine or toothpicks.
- Place the stuffed turkey in a roasting pan and roast for 60-75 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Allow the turkey to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside extra stuffing if desired.
Notes
Ensure to use high-quality turkey for the best flavor. You can make the stuffing a day ahead and refrigerate it.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg