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jamie oliver turkey crown

Jamie Oliver Turkey Crown

Jamie Oliver’s Turkey Crown recipe involves seasoning a turkey breast crown with butter, herbs, garlic, and citrus, then roasting it until golden and juicy. It’s a simplified, flavour-rich version of traditional roast turkey designed for easier cooking and perfect results.

Ingredients

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1. Preheat the Oven

Set the oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure gentle and even roasting.

2. Prepare the Turkey Crown

Pat the turkey crown dry with kitchen paper. Gently loosen the skin with your fingers to create space for butter underneath.

3. Add Flavoured Butter

Mix softened butter with garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs. Spread most of it under the skin and the rest on top.

4. Add Aromatics to the Roasting Tray

Place onion halves, lemon halves, and extra herbs in the tray to infuse the turkey crown with flavour.

5. Roast the Turkey Crown

Roast for 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes, depending on size. Baste halfway through. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).

6. Rest Before Carving

Let the crown rest for at least 20 minutes. This keeps the meat juicy and easier to slice.

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Set the oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure gentle and even roasting.

2. Prepare the Turkey Crown

Pat the turkey crown dry with kitchen paper. Gently loosen the skin with your fingers to create space for butter underneath.

3. Add Flavoured Butter

Mix softened butter with garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs. Spread most of it under the skin and the rest on top.

4. Add Aromatics to the Roasting Tray

Place onion halves, lemon halves, and extra herbs in the tray to infuse the turkey crown with flavour.

5. Roast the Turkey Crown

Roast for 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes, depending on size. Baste halfway through. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).

6. Rest Before Carving

Let the crown rest for at least 20 minutes. This keeps the meat juicy and easier to slice.