Perfect Turkey in an Electric Roaster
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 323kcal
My time-tested secrets will help you cook a perfect turkey in an electric roaster with a beautiful golden skin and juicy, tender meat every time!
Print Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 whole brined turkey Note 1
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1-2 oranges and fresh herbs Note 2
Equipment
- electric roaster
- basting brush
- kitchen tongs
Instructions
- Preheat the electric roaster to its highest temperature. (Most roasters go up to 450°F.)
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and baking powder until well mixed. Brush it all over the turkey.
- Place the quartered oranges and fresh herbs, like thyme, rosemary, and sage into the cavity of the turkey.
- Carefully place the rack in the roaster and put the prepared turkey in the pan, breast side down. (Be careful, as the roaster is super hot!! And make sure the handles of the rack are up and not under the bird.)
- Cover and cook the bird for 30 minutes.
- Using two pairs of kitchen tongs, flip the turkey breast side up. Quickly cover and lower the temperature to 325°F.
- Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 180°F in the thigh and 165°F in the breast. (Don’t be tempted to open the lid for too long or often, as the roaster oven will lose its heat and it will extend the cooking time.)
- Carefully lift the bird from the roaster oven using the handles of the rack. Cover with foil and rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Strain the drippings for an amazing turkey gravy!
Notes
Note 1: Check the labels of your turkey. If it’s a kosher turkey, or the ingredient list includes sodium solution, you may skip brining. If you have a fresh turkey, I highly recommend brining. My favorite is dry brining.
Note 2: I don’t recommend stuffing the turkey. But I love adding fruits and veggies in the cavity for flavoring. You may use oranges, apples, onion, garlic, and/or fresh herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme.
Storing Tips:
- Remove the meat from the turkey bones and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Or freeze the leftovers for soup, chili, or enchiladas! Transfer the meat to a freezer-safe container or Ziplock bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
- Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator overnight, then use in all of your favorite recipes.
- Or reheat in a baking dish in the oven at 300 degrees. Add a splash of chicken broth, cover with aluminum foil, and bake until hot throughout.
- Remove the meat from the turkey bones and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Or freeze the leftovers for soup, chili, or enchiladas! Transfer the meat to a freezer-safe container or Ziplock bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
- Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator overnight, then use in all of your favorite recipes.
- Or reheat in a baking dish in the oven at 300 degrees. Add a splash of chicken broth, cover with aluminum foil, and bake until hot throughout.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcal
Carbohydrates: 0.1g
Protein: 46g
Fat: 14g
Sugar: 0.1g
Sodium: 276mg