Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs
Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs yields tender, juicy meat beneath evenly crisp, golden skin, thanks to the spatchcock technique that promotes even roasting. Fragrant sage, thyme, and rosemary infuse the bird with bright, woodsy notes, while olive oil helps lock in moisture. Ideal for a streamlined Thanksgiving centerpiece or any festive dinner where you want impressive results with minimal fuss.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr 45 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 76 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 75
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather the ingredients.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Set a roasting rack on a baking sheet.
- 3
Place the turkey breast-side down on a cutting board. Using sharp, heavy-duty kitchen shears, cut along one side of the backbone.
- 4
Cut along the other side of the backbone. Remove the backbone and reserve it for making turkey stock for gravy.
- 5
Press firmly on both sides of the turkey to flatten it.
- 6
Flip the turkey breast-side up and set it on the roasting rack. Tuck the wing tips under the turkey (behind the breast). Pat the skin dry, rub olive oil over the entire turkey, and season with sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- 7
Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour 30 minutes, rotating the baking sheet every 30 minutes.
- 8
Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and continue roasting until the skin is crisp and golden, about 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 9
Remove the turkey from the oven, cover it loosely with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 277.9 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 37.93 g Good Source 76%
- Carbohydrate 0.5 g 0%
- Total Fat 14.4 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 1.48 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 127.16 mg High 42%
- Sodium 359.87 mg Moderate 16%
- Dietary Fiber 0.28 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.05 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 5.66 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.13 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 16.03 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 2.76 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.38 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs is made with 6 ingredients and serves 10. It takes about 2 hrs 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Fresh Rosemary, Fresh Thyme, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 277.9 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Fresh Rosemary, Fresh Thyme, Olive Oil, Salt. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs?
- About 2 hrs 15 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 277.9 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 6 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs healthy?
- Butterflied Roast Turkey with Herbs has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 277.9 calories and 37.93 g of protein, or 76% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 359.87 mg (16% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.48 g (7% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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