Apple Cider Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe
This Apple Cider Glazed Turkey Breast recipe offers a flavorful, juicy roast with a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze. Perfect for a comforting family dinner, it combines aromatic spices and a rich glaze that enhances the natural taste of the turkey breast, resulting in a beautifully browned and tender main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey
- 3 to 4 lbs turkey breast
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
Glaze
- 2 cups apple cider, divided
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Optional: cloves for additional spice
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness and season generously with salt and pepper all over.
- Sear the Turkey: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear the turkey breast on all sides until it develops a golden brown crust, which locks in the juices and adds flavor.
- Prepare Roasting Pan: Transfer the seared turkey breast to a roasting pan. Pour 1 cup of apple cider around (not over) the turkey to keep it moist and infuse flavor during roasting.
- Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, combine the remaining 1 cup of apple cider with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, cinnamon, and optional cloves. Simmer the mixture over medium heat until it thickens into a syrupy glaze, which will add a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Roast and Glaze: Brush the prepared glaze evenly over the turkey breast. Place the roasting pan in the oven and roast the turkey, basting it with the glaze every 15 minutes. Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, ensuring the meat is fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a moist and tender turkey breast.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness and food safety.
- Resting the turkey is essential for juicy meat.
- You can customize the glaze by adding cloves or adjusting cinnamon for more spice.
- If turkey breast size varies, adjust roasting time accordingly.
- Leftover glaze can be served as a sauce with the turkey slices.
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