Low Carb Oven Baked Turkey
Discover the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this flavorful Low Carb Oven Baked Turkey, a perfect centerpiece for your next holiday feast or weeknight dinner. Infused with a tantalizing blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and paprika, this 12-pound turkey is roasted to perfection, delivering tender, juicy meat with crispy golden skin. The herbaceous olive oil rub not only elevates the flavor but keeps this recipe low in carbs, making it ideal for keto or low-carb diets. Stuffed with aromatic lemon and onion and roasted with chicken broth for extra moisture, this turkey is both simple and satisfying. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in 3.5 hours and pairs beautifully with your favorite low-carb side dishes. Add a healthy and delicious twist to your table with this wholesome roasted turkey!
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Ingredients
- 12 pounds Whole turkey
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 whole Lemon, sliced
- 1 whole Onion, quartered
- 1 cup Chicken broth
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Step 2
Remove the giblets from the turkey cavity and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, black pepper, and paprika with the olive oil to create a herb paste.
Step 4
Carefully loosen the skin over the turkey breast by gently sliding your fingers underneath it. Rub half of the herb paste under the skin and the other half over the skin of the entire turkey.
Step 5
Stuff the cavity of the turkey with the lemon slices and the quartered onion.
Step 6
Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan and pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh without touching the bone.
Step 8
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven. Baste the turkey every 45 minutes with the juices from the roasting pan. Add more broth if needed to maintain moisture.
Step 9
Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), which should take about 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on your oven and the size of the turkey.
Step 10
Remove the turkey from the oven, tent it with aluminum foil, and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
Step 11
Carve the turkey and serve it with your favorite low-carb sides.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (6009.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8479.1 |
| Total Fat 303.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 3810.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10913.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.1g | |
| Protein 1313.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 723.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 64.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 13684.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories