Perfectly Paired Turkey Injection Marinade And Rub

Name: Perfectly Paired Turkey Injection Marinade And Rub
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade:; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon English mustard powder; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; Rub:; 1 cup butter, softened; 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped; 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped; 2 small cloves garlic, minced; 1 (14 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed; 1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste (optional); 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste (optional)

Servings: persons

Marinade:
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon English mustard powder
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
Rub:
1 cup butter, softened
3 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped
2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped
2 small cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste (optional)
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste (optional)

1
Stir chicken broth, lemon juice, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 clove garlic, mustard powder, and ginger together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate marinade for flavors to blend, about 30 minutes.
2
Mix 1 cup softened butter, rosemary, thyme, and 2 cloves garlic together in a bowl until rub is evenly combined.
3
Separate skin from the meat of the turkey by running your hand under the skin to separate. Spoon rub mixture evenly under the skin in several different parts of the turkey.
4
Pour marinade into a meat injector and inject the meatiest parts of turkey with marinade, changing the angle of the needle several times.
5
Brush turkey with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; place in roasting pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate turkey for 12 to 24 hours.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade:, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/2 cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Perfectly Paired Turkey Injection Marinade And Rub falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!