Description
This Apple Cider Glazed Turkey Breast recipe features a succulent turkey breast coated in a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze. The turkey is seared for a golden crust, then roasted to juicy perfection while being basted with a flavorful reduction made from apple cider, brown sugar, and warm spices. Ideal for a comforting autumn meal, garnished with fresh herbs and sliced apples.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs turkey breast (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 cups apple cider (divided)
- 4 tbsp butter (divided)
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves (optional)
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
- Sliced apples
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Turkey: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey breast on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side, creating a flavorful crust.
- Begin Roasting: Transfer the seared turkey breast to a roasting pan. Pour 1 cup of apple cider into the pan to keep the turkey moist as it cooks.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a saucepan, combine the remaining 1 cup of apple cider, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, cinnamon, and cloves. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture reduces and thickens into a syrupy glaze, about 10-15 minutes.
- Glaze and Roast: Brush the turkey breast generously with the prepared glaze. Place it in the oven and roast, basting with additional glaze every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), which should take about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the turkey from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes to let the juices redistribute. Garnish with fresh rosemary, thyme, and sliced apples before carving and serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Bone-in turkey breast may take slightly longer to cook than boneless.
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the roasting pan juice during cooking.
- Leftover glaze can be served as a sauce alongside the turkey.
- If you prefer, you can substitute fresh cloves with ground cloves but use sparingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 oz turkey breast)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
