Serve a Thanksgiving meal any time of the year with Sara Lee® Raw Chef’s Single Lobe Skin-on Turkey Breast as the center-of-plate, surrounded with fresh veggies and mashed potatoes.
Conventional Oven 1. Pre-heat oven to 350°F. 2. Remove turkey from bag and place turkey on rack in roasting pan. Add about 1-2 inches water to bottom of pan. (Add additional water during cooking, if needed) 3. Place roasting pan carefully on center rack of oven. 4. Bake according to the following times and temperatures: FROZEN: 45-50 MIN/LB THAWED: 28-30 MIN/LB 5. During final hour of roasting, use a stem thermometer to check internal temperature. Check temperature in thickest part of the turkey. Turkey is done when thermometer reaches internal temperature of 160°F or above. Remove from oven and let stand for 20 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°F or above prior to eating. Carve into slices. Serve. Note: Cooking times are approximate. Due to variances in ovens and initial temperatures of product, cooking times may need adjustment.
Convection Oven 1. Pre-heat oven to 325°F. 2. Remove turkey from bag and place turkey on rack in roasting pan. Add about 1-2 inches water to bottom of pan. (Add additional water during cooking, if needed) 3. Place roasting pan carefully on center rack of oven. 4. Bake according to the following times and temperatures: FROZEN: 30-32 MIN/LB THAWED: 23-25 MIN/LB 5. During final hour of roasting, use a stem thermometer to check internal temperature. Check temperature in thickest part of the turkey. Turkey is done when thermometer reaches internal temperature of 160°F or above. Remove from oven and let stand for 20 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°F or above prior to eating. Carve into slices. Serve. Note: Cooking times are approximate. Due to variances in ovens and initial temperatures of product, cooking times may need adjustment.
Thawing Instructions For best results, THAW turkey in refrigerator before cooking. To thaw: Remove product from box. Leave product in packaging and place on a tray. Place in refrigerator and thaw for 24-48 hour
Boneless turkey breast is a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be used in all kinds of recipes beyond just Thanksgiving dinner. With more people cooking turkey year-round, fresh boneless turkey breast has become a popular staple. But where can you find high-quality, fresh boneless turkey breast to buy? Here are some of the best places to shop for boneless turkey breast and tips for picking the freshest options.
Grocery Stores
Large chain grocery stores are a convenient place to buy boneless turkey breast. Most carry fresh turkey in the refrigerated meat department. Some good options include
ShopRite – ShopRite has whole fresh turkeys as well as boneless turkey breast in the poultry section. The ShopRite website lets you check availability and prices at your local store.
Kroger – Kroger grocery stores stock fresh boneless turkey breasts in a variety of sizes from their Simple Truth brand. You can order online for curbside pickup or delivery.
Publix – Publix offers antibiotic-free fresh boneless turkey breasts behind the butcher counter or prepackaged by the meat case,
Wegmans – Highly rated for freshness and selection, Wegmans sells premium boneless turkey breast in the refrigerated meat department.
Albertsons – Albertsons has a variety of turkey options including Foster Farms brand boneless turkey breast. Check your local flyer for featured sales.
When buying turkey breast at the grocery store, look for the freshest packaging dates and meat that is pink with no discoloration.
Warehouse Clubs
Warehouse stores like Costco, Sam’s Club and BJ’s sell large pack sizes of fresh boneless turkey breast at competitive prices. This can be a budget-friendly option for buying turkey in bulk:
Costco – Costco has fresh boneless turkey breast sold in 2-packs of around 2 pounds each. Their Kirkland Signature brand turkey gets high reviews.
Sam’s Club – Members can buy fresh boneless turkey breast in 4-5 pound packages under Sam’s Choice brand at club locations.
BJ’s Wholesale – BJ’s offers fresh boneless turkey breast in 2-pound family packs in the club store freezers.
Check warehouse stores for frequent sales promotions and coupon book deals around the holidays on turkey breast.
Butcher Shops & Specialty Markets
For premium quality turkey, visit a local butcher shop, specialty market or natural grocer. These tend to sell smaller farm-raised or organic brands.
Butcher Shops – A knowledgeable butcher can recommend the freshest turkey breast with the best flavor. They may even be able to custom order a certain size.
Whole Foods – Whole Foods has an excellent meat department with fresh turkeys from humanely raised birds. Prices are higher but so is the quality.
Natural Grocers – Specialty chains like Natural Grocers stock fresh pasture-raised and organic turkeys from smaller regional farms.
Local Farmers Markets – Check your local farmers market in the weeks before Thanksgiving where you may find fresh pastured turkeys for sale.
When buying from a butcher or specialty market, ask questions about the source to ensure you’re getting the highest quality turkey.
Online & Direct from Farms
To access specialty turkey brands, utilize online mail order websites or order direct from small family farms:
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Instacart – Order premium boneless turkey breast for same-day delivery from local grocery stores via Instacart. Search Instacart’s turkey options by brands or stores.
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Thrive Market – Online natural foods store Thrive Market sells boneless turkey breast from organic and heritage breed farms. Filter by diet to see options.
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Crowd Cow – This online butcher partners with small farms to deliver premium turkey and other meats. Filter by pasture-raised, organic, etc.
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Direct from Farms – Many small farms sell directly to consumers through their websites and will ship fresh turkeys.
Ordering online gives you access to the best local, organic and pasture-raised turkey. Check delivery dates and opt for expedited shipping on fresh turkey.
Tips for Picking the Freshest Turkey Breast
Follow these buying tips for picking out the freshest and highest quality boneless turkey breast:
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Check the packaging date and choose turkey with the furthest out sell-by or use-by dates
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Look for meat that is pale pink with no discoloration or dark spots
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Avoid turkey with any slimy texture or foul odors
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Make sure the packaging is firm and cold with no leaking juices or tears
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When possible, choose organic, free-range and antibiotic-free turkey
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For ideal flavor, buy turkey that was never frozen, fresh only
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Smaller turkeys tend to be more tender and flavorful than large commercial birds
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Heritage breed turkeys from local farms will have the highest quality meat
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Pasture-raised is best for turkeys able to roam and eat grass, bugs, etc.
With so many excellent sources available from grocery stores to specialty markets to online ordering, you can find the perfect fresh boneless turkey breast for your recipe needs. Follow these tips to pick the freshest and highest quality turkey.
More about this item
Sara Lee® Raw Turkey Breast is ready to cook, and with no MSG and Gluten Free its a better-for-you, meaty choice on your menu.
- Premium, ready to cook turkey breast.
- Boneless turkey breast with no fillers.
- No nitrates or nitrites added.
- Gluten Free.
- No MSG.
Contains up to 10% of a solution of Turkey Broth, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate, Flavor.
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FAQ
Can you get a boneless turkey breast?
- You can buy boneless turkey breasts from the butchers all year round and from the grocery store around the holidays. I prefer to buy one with the skin on, as it helps keep the meat juicy.
- Any broth that you have is okay to use.
- Go for temperature rather than time when cooking a turkey.
When to buy fresh turkey breast?
Fresh turkeys should not be purchased until one or two days before you cook it, unless the manufacturer’s tag has a “Best by” or “Use by” date that indicates …Nov 9, 2023
Does Trader Joe’s have boneless turkey breast?
Boneless & Skinless Turkey Breast Cutlets.
Is it better to buy a turkey breast with bone or boneless?
Bone-in is ideal. Turkey breasts are available boneless and bone-in. Bone-in will generally be far more flavorful and juicier.