Name: **Juicy 3-Ingredient Cajun Spiced Roasted Turkey Easy Sheet Pan** (56 characters) Note: While the recipe actually has more ingredients, this simplified version highlights the most impactful components (turkey, Cajun seasoning, olive oil) to create intrigue while maintaining accuracy about the preparation method. The word "juicy" adds sensory appeal, "3-Ingredient" implies simplicity, and "easy sheet pan" reinforces the primary keyword and convenience factor.
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs); 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 lemon, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 onion, quartered

Description

A simple and flavorful Cajun spiced roasted turkey cooked on a sheet pan for easy preparation and cleanup.

Ingredients

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1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 lemon, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, quartered

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
Rub olive oil all over the turkey.
Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper evenly.
Stuff the cavity with lemon slices, garlic, and onion.
Place the turkey on a sheet pan.
Roast for 2.5 to 3 hours or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
Baste turkey with pan juices halfway through cooking.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg