Keto Herb Butter Roast Turkey (or Chicken)

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1. Step 1Preheat oven: Set oven to 425°F.
2. Step 2Prepare bird: Pat turkey (or chicken) dry with paper towels, removing any moisture from the skin.Use: 1 whole turkey (10–12 lb or whole chicken (4–5 lb)), 1 cup chicken or turkey broth (for basting)
3. Step 3Make herb butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, herbs, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.Use: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, extra herbs and lemon slices for garnish
4. Step 4Loosen skin: Gently lift the skin over the breast and thighs, and rub half the butter mixture underneath the skin. Spread remaining butter over the entire surface of the bird.Use: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
5. Step 5Roast: Place in a roasting pan on a rack. Roast for 20 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
6. Step 6Baste: Every 30 minutes, brush the bird with pan juices or melted butter. Add broth to the pan if it begins to dry out.Use: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), 1 cup chicken or turkey broth (for basting)
7. Step 7Check temperature: Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the breast.
8. Step 8Rest and carve: Remove from oven, tent with foil, and rest for 20–30 minutes before carving. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon slices.Use: extra herbs and lemon slices for garnish