Description
This Maple Glazed Turkey Breast recipe offers a succulent and flavorful holiday centerpiece featuring a sweet and tangy glaze made from pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs. Perfectly roasted to juicy perfection, it’s an easy yet elegant dish that will impress family and guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey Breast
- 1 boneless turkey breast (about 3-4 lbs)
Maple Glaze
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan, skin side up to prepare for roasting.
- Season Turkey: Rub the turkey breast generously with salt and pepper, allowing the seasoning to permeate the meat before applying the glaze.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, melted butter, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and thyme to create a smooth, flavorful glaze.
- Apply Initial Glaze: Brush about half of the maple glaze over the turkey breast ensuring an even coating to help form a caramelized crust during roasting.
- Roast Turkey: Place the turkey in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), indicating the turkey is fully cooked.
- Baste Regularly: Every 20 minutes during roasting, baste the turkey with more of the maple glaze to build up a rich, glossy, and flavorful coating on the surface.
- Rest the Meat: Once cooked through, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender slices.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the turkey breast and serve it alongside your favorite holiday side dishes for a delightful meal.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Resting the turkey after roasting is crucial to retain moisture and enhance flavor.
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the turkey overnight with some of the glaze components.
- If fresh thyme isn’t available, dried thyme is a suitable substitute at a lower quantity.
- Leftover maple glaze can be reserved and gently heated for serving as a sauce.
