Gordon Ramsay Turkey Crown Recipe

This delicious Gordon Ramsay Turkey Crown recipe is perfect for a special dinner. It’s easy to make with a simple herb butter that keeps the turkey juicy and flavorful. The crispy stuffing, made with fresh herbs and pine nuts, adds an irresistible crunch. This dish is sure to impress your guests!

Ingredients Needed:

For the Herb Butter:

• 125g unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary, chopped leaves only
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Turkey Crown:

• 2.2kg medium-sized turkey crown

For the Stuffing:

• 125g butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 large sprig of thyme, chopped leaves only
• 1 large sprig of rosemary, chopped leaves only
• 200g white breadcrumbs
• 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
• 1 lemon, zest only
• 50g pine nuts
• 1 tsp sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the Gravy:

• 1 onion or large shallot, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 125ml dry white wine
• 1 sprig of fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 500ml chicken stock
• 200ml double cream
• Sea salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How To Make Turkey Crown Recipe?

1. Prepare the Herb Butter: Mix softened butter with thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2. Stuff the Turkey: Lift the skin of the turkey and spread the herb butter underneath. Place the turkey in a roasting tin.
3. Roast the Turkey: Roast at 200°C (180°C fan) for 15 minutes, then lower the heat to 180°C (160°C fan) and cook for 1.5 hours or until juices run clear. Let the turkey rest covered for 30 minutes.
4. Make the Stuffing: Sauté onions in butter until soft, then add herbs, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, pine nuts, and seasoning. Cook for about 7 minutes until browned. Stir in parsley.
5. Prepare the Gravy: Sauté onions in olive oil, add wine, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer to reduce, then add stock and reduce again. Stir in cream, season, and strain. Add turkey juices, boil for 2 minutes, and strain again.

Recipe Tips:

• Let the turkey rest: Rest the turkey for 30 minutes with foil to keep it juicy when carving.
• Check turkey temperature: Use a thermometer to make sure it’s fully cooked. It should reach 75°C (165°F).
• Don’t overstuff: Be careful not to tear the turkey skin when adding the herb butter.
• Use fresh herbs: Fresh thyme, rosemary, and parsley make the dish taste better than dried ones.
• Make stuffing ahead: Prepare the stuffing the day before and reheat it before serving.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover turkey cool down before storing it in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the turkey before freezing. It can be kept in the freezer for 3 months.
• Reheat: Heat in a pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, adding a bit of water or broth to keep it moist.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 505 kcal​
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 220mg
• Sodium: 582mg
• Potassium: 464mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 13g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 89g