Description
This Maple Glazed Boneless Turkey Breast Roast is a flavorful and juicy main dish perfect for holiday meals or special occasions. The turkey breast is rubbed with a fragrant mixture of garlic and fresh herbs, then roasted to perfection with a sweet and tangy maple mustard glaze that enhances its natural savory flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 lb boneless skinless turkey breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp light-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
Optional Garnishes
- Pomegranate
- Garlic cloves
- Cranberries
- Fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the turkey breast from the refrigerator 30-40 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature for even roasting.
- Make Herb Mixture: In a small food processor, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped sage, thyme, rosemary, kosher salt, and black pepper. Process until the mixture is finely minced and well combined.
- Rub Turkey: Using clean hands, rub the herb mixture thoroughly all over the turkey breast, ensuring it is evenly coated with the flavorful paste.
- Start Roasting: Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and put it in the preheated oven. Roast for about 1 hour, turning the roasting pan occasionally to promote even coloring and cooking.
- Prepare Glaze: While the turkey roasts, mix together the maple syrup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce or coconut aminos in a jug until well blended.
- Apply First Glaze: When the turkey has about 30 minutes left (around the 30-minute mark into roasting), brush half of the glaze evenly over the meat. Return it to the oven and continue roasting for another 15 minutes.
- Apply Second Glaze: Remove the turkey from the oven again and brush the remaining glaze all over the breast. Place it back in the oven for the final 15 minutes of roasting, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
- Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and cover loosely with foil. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes to let the juices redistribute before slicing.
- Slice and Garnish: Slice the turkey breast into pieces and arrange on a serving platter. Decorate with optional garnishes such as pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, cranberries, or extra garlic for a festive presentation. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This roasted turkey breast is perfectly juicy and tender with a rich maple mustard glaze that adds depth and sweetness.
- Allowing the turkey to come to room temperature before roasting helps ensure even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking and to ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- The glaze can be adjusted according to taste—add more mustard for tanginess or more maple syrup for sweetness.
- Optional garnishes add a festive touch and extra flavor complexity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 243 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 113 mg
