Lemon Herb Turkey

Name: Lemon Herb Turkey
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h 15 min
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds); 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 1 medium lemon, halved; 1 medium onion, quartered; 14 garlic cloves, peeled; 24 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 turkey-size oven roasting bag

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:2h 15min

Elevate your holiday feast with this flavorful lemon herb turkey recipe. Infused with zesty citrus and fragrant thyme, this dish promises a crispy skin and tender meat that will make for a unique (and tasty!) roasted bird.

Updated at: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:03:03 GMT