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Thanksgiving Crohn's Recipe: Low FODMAP Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast

This herb-roasted turkey breast is a perfect centrepiece for a low FODMAP Thanksgiving feast. It’s tender, flavourful, and gentle on sensitive stomachs.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 55 minutes
Course: main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crohn's friendly, low-FODMAP
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting tin
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminium foil
  • Basting brush

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg turkey breast bone-in
  • 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh sage chopped
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 125 ml low-sodium chicken stock
  • Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • In a small bowl, mix the garlic-infused olive oil, thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, and pepper.
  • Rub the oil and herb mixture all over the turkey breast.
  • Place the turkey breast in a roasting tin and pour the chicken stock into the bottom of the tin.
  • Cover loosely with aluminium foil and roast for 1 hour.
  • Remove the foil, baste the turkey with the pan juices, and roast for another 20–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
  • Rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Notes

Pair with low FODMAP sides like mashed potatoes (made with lactose-free milk) or steamed green beans.
Leftovers make excellent sandwiches.