Cooking turkey breast up in an electric roaster will keep the meat moist and tender. What is the safe internal temperature for cooking a turkey? The internal temperature for cooking a turkey is 165 degrees F. A meat thermometer can be used to test internal temperatures. What are some tips for cooking turkey in an electric roaster?
We roast our turkey breasts for about 15-20 minutes per pound at 375 degrees, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees followed by a 15 minute rest to finish coming to temperature. For a 5 pound turkey breast, this is about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Should I cook my turkey breast on a rack?
Place turkey in the roaster – Carefully place the rack in the roaster with the handles facing up. Place the prepared turkey into the rack, breast side down. Cover and cook the bird for 30 minutes at 450°F. Cooking it upside down first at a high temperature gives you a crispier skin! Flip turkey breast side up using two pairs of kitchen tongs.
Spread a handful roughly chopped shallots, carrots, and garlic in the bottom of a roasting pan and top with a roasting rack. Pour just enough broth in the bottom of the pan to cover the bottom without touching the rack. Place turkey breast on the rack. Roast in the oven for about 15-20 minutes per pound, until the turkey reaches 160 degrees.