3-INGREDIENT THANKSGIVING TURKEY WITH ORANGE AND SAGE
Spatchcocking the turkey before roasting ensures that all parts of the bird will cook evenly at the same rate-and in just 1 1/2 hours.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Thanksgiving 3-Ingredient Recipes turkey Sage Orange Roast Dinner
Yield 8-10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Finely grate 1 orange to yield 1 Tbsp. zest; transfer to a small bowl. Slice oranges into 1/2"-thick rounds; transfer to a resealable plastic bag and chill until ready to use. Add salt, pepper, and chopped sage to zest and stir to combine.
- Place turkey, breast side down, on a large cutting board. Cut along each side of backbone with kitchen shears-this will take some force (you can ask your butcher to do this). Discard backbone or reserve for another use.
- With turkey skin side down, use a knife to score down the long oblong bone in center of breast. Turn turkey skin side up, then firmly press down with both hands on breastbone until you hear a cracking sound. Rub zest mixture all over turkey, under skin, and inside cavity. Transfer turkey skin side up to a rimmed baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and chill 6-18 hours.
- Arrange a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 450°F. Tuck sage sprigs and reserved orange slices in an even layer under turkey. Let sit at room temperature 30-60 minutes to air dry.
- Brush turkey with oil, add 1/2 cup water to pan, and roast 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Rotate pan, add 1/2 cup water to pan, and brush turkey with more oil. Continue to roast, brushing with oil after 30 minutes, until skin is deep golden brown and crisp and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast right against breastbone registers 160°F, 55-65 minutes more.
- Transfer turkey to clean cutting board, tent with foil, and let rest at least 30 minutes before carving.
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Jason Shafer
[email protected]This turkey was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the flavor of the orange and sage.
Aliahad Aliahad
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect way to cook a Thanksgiving turkey. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy and savory taste.
Lungani Brightman Mthombeni
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and easy Thanksgiving turkey. The orange and sage give it a unique and flavorful taste that everyone will love.
Village Tv
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always been a hit with my family and friends. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage give it a wonderful flavor.
Irene Chipato
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a Thanksgiving turkey. It's easy to make and the turkey always turns out delicious.
gaming YT BD71
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy and savory taste.
MR. ZISAN
[email protected]This turkey was delicious! The orange and sage gave it a unique and flavorful taste.
Hasitha
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the orange and sage gave it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
skmigan Q
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage give it a delicious citrusy and savory taste.
Josh Brianna veva
[email protected]This turkey was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage really complemented the turkey. I would definitely make this recipe again.
Liz Nyamasio
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family last Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the orange and sage gave it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
Denny Granados
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy and savory taste. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for an easy and delicious Thanksgiv