Description
Maple Glazed Turkey Breast is a flavorful and visually stunning dish that combines the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup with tender, juicy turkey breast. Perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or any special occasion, this recipe features a caramelized amber glaze that creates a crispy, golden finish and infuses the turkey with a sweet-savory blend accented by hints of Dijon mustard, garlic, and fresh rosemary.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey
- 1 boneless, skin-on turkey breast (about 3 to 4 pounds)
Maple Glaze
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels to ensure the skin crisps up during roasting. Lightly season all over with salt, black pepper, and finely chopped fresh rosemary. Set aside.
- Make the Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil until smooth and glossy.
- Apply the Glaze and Roast: Place the turkey breast on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan. Brush a generous layer of the maple glaze all over the skin. Roast at 350°F (175°C), basting with additional glaze every 15 minutes to build sticky layers and ensure even cooking.
- Check for Doneness: Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check the turkey’s internal temperature. When it reaches 165°F (74°C), it is fully cooked. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the turkey breast against the grain into tender pieces. Arrange on a platter and drizzle with any remaining pan juices or extra glaze before serving.
Notes
- Let the turkey breast come to room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting for even cooking.
- Using a roasting rack helps circulate air, keeping the skin crispy and the meat juicy.
- Regularly baste the turkey with the glaze to build a rich, sticky crust.
- Allow the turkey to rest after roasting to lock in juices and make slicing easier.
- An instant-read thermometer is essential to avoid overcooking and dryness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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