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Easy Christmas Turkey Recipe (3 Steps, 3 Ingredients – Gluten & Dairy Free)
If you’re looking for an easy Christmas turkey recipe that is stress-free, flavour-packed and perfect for beginners, this one is for you. This simple gluten-free and dairy-free Christmas turkey uses just 3 ingredients and comes together in 3 easy steps, making it ideal for a relaxed and joyful Christmas Day.
My mum has cooked the Christmas turkey for over 50 years for our traditional Italian Christmas lunch. This year, I found myself unexpectedly in charge — handed a whole turkey with absolutely no instructions. I had never cooked a turkey before and, honestly, felt slightly terrified.
With Christmas lunch looming, I kept things simple and trusted good ingredients and common sense. The result? A juicy, golden turkey that everyone loved. No dry meat, no complicated prep, no fancy equipment — just an easy roast turkey that tasted incredible and looked beautiful on the table.
Now I’m sharing this family-inspired simple Christmas turkey recipe so you can serve a turkey that’s full of flavour without spending all day in the kitchen. Whether it’s your first time cooking turkey or you’re hosting a large family Christmas lunch, this recipe delivers maximum results with minimal effort.
Perfect for:
- Easy Christmas entertaining
- Beginners cooking turkey for the first time
- Gluten-free and dairy-free Christmas menus
- Busy hosts who want a reliable, foolproof roast turkey
This is the kind of Christmas turkey recipe you’ll come back to year after year — simple, comforting and made to be shared with pride.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love this recipe because every host deserves a recipe that will make their night easy!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy dinner. No stress required!
- Turkey Breast: From your local butcher
- Herbs: Parsley and Basil
- Gluten Free Gravy Powder: To mix in the pan juices
Instructions
It is our secret of the simplicity!
- Preheat oven 180c. In a baking dish, place the turkey with skin side up, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for approx 1 hour. This is for a 1.5lg breast
- Once cooked, allow the turkey is rest in the baking dish to cool and seal the delicious juices. Approx 15 minutes.
- Then thinly slice and place on a beautiful platter.
- Chop the herbs and scatter across the turkey.
- In the baking dish, add 4 tbsp of gluten free gravy and mix with the pan juices. Add a touch of water to create a beautiful consistency of gravy. Pour on top – serve hot or cold!
Frequently Asked Questions
Could I freeze any leftovers?
Yes you can!
Can I add cranberry sauce?
Lovely! A great option. In a small bowl on the side
Can I add potatoes in the baking dish whilst cooking the turkey?
Yum! Go for it! A lovely combination.
Easy Christmas Turkey Recipe (Gluten & Dairy Free)
3 steps. 3 ingredients. A delicious gluten dairy free result!
Ingredients
- 1 1.5kg Turkey Breast: , From your local butcher
- 1/2 cup Herbs: , Basil and Parsley, chopped
- 4 tbsp Gluten Free Gravy Powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven 180c. In a baking dish, place the turkey with skin side up, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for approx 1 hour. This is for a 1.5lg breast
- Once cooked, allow the turkey is rest in the baking dish to cool and seal the delicious juices. Approx 15 minutes.
- Then thinly slice and place on a beautiful platter.
- Chop the herbs and scatter across the turkey.
- In the baking dish, add 4 tbsp of gluten free gravy and mix with the pan juices. Add a touch of water to create a beautiful consistency of gravy. Pour on top – serve hot or cold!
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl
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