Sheet Pan Christmas Dinner (Turkey, Potatoes, Carrots)
Sheet Pan Christmas Dinner (Turkey, Potatoes, Carrots) offers a festive and hassle-free meal that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. This one-pan dish features succulent turkey breast paired with colorful roasted baby potatoes and sweet carrots, creating an inviting centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, you can enjoy quality time with family while this delightful dinner cooks to perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 1 lb baby potatoes (mixed red and yellow)
- 1 lb fresh carrots
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Wash and prepare the baby potatoes and carrots; cut larger potatoes in half. Toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme in a bowl.
- Pat the turkey breast dry and rub it with olive oil; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the turkey in the center of the sheet pan; surround it with the seasoned vegetables.
- Roast for 45-55 minutes until the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serve with drizzled juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the turkey in olive oil and herbs for a few hours before cooking. Substitute chicken for turkey or use sweet potatoes for a twist. Add seasonal veggies like Brussels sprouts or parsnips for variety.