The easiest way to prepare turkey on Thanksgiving day! This delicious foolproof Honey Maple Turkey Breast recipe will be the star ofthe show on Thanksgiving.
Hosting a smaller crowd for Thanksgiving? Not a fan of dark meat? Make this Honey Maple Turkey Breast instead of a full turkey.
A five-pound turkey breast will serve at least 6-8 people, and it is so much easier to prepare and serve (and store in your fridge). And don’t worry, you can still make Thanksgiving gravy.
Preparing a whole turkey can be a complete headache. You have to make sure it defrosts in time – aprocess which can take 3-4 days.
It can be a challenge to keep the white meat moist while making sure the dark meat cooks all the way through. It takes hours to cook. It’s not the easiest to carve.
Turkey breast cooks more quickly and carving it just requires cutting even slices of the meat. It takes some of the stress out of the holiday.
Another benefit to making turkey breast is that it takes up much less space in the oven, making it possible to cook (or reheat) side dishes while the turkey cooks.
Is it just me or is oven space always a major issue on Thanksgiving?
We loved this recipe. The turkey came out perfectly moist and the maple syrup and honey gave the gravy a sweetness that contrasted with the mustard and spices.
If you are expecting a big crowd on Thanksgiving, you might want to consider cooking a turkey breast in addition to a full bird.
You can probably fit the turkey breast in the oven alongside the full turkeywhile fitting two whole turkeys in one oven is probably impossible.
And since you can’t have thanksgiving turkey without gravy, here is a link to a post showing you how to make Thanksgiving gravy from scratch. It’s so easy, and I even made a video to show you step by step!
If you are looking for more Thanksgiving recipes – here are a few of my favorites:
Blue Cheese Potatoes Au Gratin
Thanksgiving Corn
Dill Cottage Cheese Rolls
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Pecan Pie with a Shortbread Crust
Bourbon Butterscotch Pie
Or if you want to try another turkey breast recipe – make this spinach and mushroom stuffed turkey breast. Stuffing a turkey breast is an easy way to add an extra burst of flavor!
Honey Maple Turkey Breast
The easiest way to prepare turkey on Thanksgiving day! This delicious foolproof Honey Maple Turkey Breast recipe will be the star of the show on Thanksgiving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1Turkey Breast
- 2tablespoonsButterat room temperature
- 1/2cupMaple Syrup
- 1tablespoonHoney
- 1tablespoonWhole Grain Mustard
- 1/2teaspoonSmoked Paprika
- 1/2teaspoonOnion Salt
- 1/2teaspoonGarlic Powder
- 1/2teaspoonThyme
- 1/2teaspoonSalt
- 1/2teaspoonGround Black Pepper
- 2-4cupsChicken Broth
- For the Gravy:
- 1tablespoonButter
- 1tablespoonFlour
- 1/2cupWhite Wine
Instructions
Heat your oven to 325 degrees. Remove the turkey breast from its packaging and leave the string netting on, this holds the turkey breast together as it cooks.
Place the turkey breast in the center of a roasting pan. Rub the butter all over the turkey breast. Then mix the maple syrup, honey, mustard, smoked paprika, onion salt, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper together. Spread a thick layer of the maple syrup and spice mix on the turkey.
Pour enough chicken broth in the bottom of the pan to coat it, this prevents any pan drippings from burning. This is important since you need the pan drippings to make gravy.
Roast the turkey breast at 325 degrees. Baste the turkey with the maple syrup and spice mixture every 30 minutes, and add more chicken broth to the pan as necessary. Continue this process until the turkey breast reaches 165 degrees.
Remove the turkey breast from the oven, and place it on a serving dish to rest while you prepare the gravy.
Scrape all of the pan drippings into a glass container (like a mason jar).
Melt the butter in a skillet and whisk in the flour. Then using a baster, suck up the pan drippings below the line of fat that rises to the top of the jar. Whisk all of these juices into the flour and butter. Whisk in the white wine. Bring to a simmer, and let the gravy thicken. Once thick, taste test and add salt and pepper if necessary. Strain the gravy to remove any lumps.
Remove the string netting around the turkey breast. Slice the turkey breast and serve it with the gravy.
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FAQs
Ingredients: Turkey Breast, Water, Salt, Sugar, Dextrose, Pure Maple Syrup, Honey Sodium Phosphate, Natural Flavorings, Sea Salt.
Do you cover a turkey breast when cooking? ›
We've found that covering a turkey in foil yields much moister results than roasting it without foil, and we favor simply covering up the breast to even out cooking time. Some people swear that roasting a turkey breast-side down and flipping it halfway through achieves the same results as a foil covered breast.
How many turkey breasts per person for Thanksgiving? ›
How much turkey per person do I need? Our recommendation is to plan for one pound of turkey per person, or ½ pound per person for a boneless turkey breast. If you're buying a bone-in turkey breast, figure on 3/4 pound per person.
What is maple honey turkey breast boar's head? ›
Delivering an irresistible sweet and savory flavor, Boar's Head Maple Glazed Honey Coat Turkey Breast is glazed with 100% pure maple syrup, coated with golden honey and slow roasted for a delightfully sweet taste of home.
What are the ingredients in maple honey turkey? ›
Turkey Breast*, Water, Sugar, Maple Syrup, Less than 1.5% of Honey, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Natural Flavor, Dextrose, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite. Coated with Caramel Color & Honey. *Adds a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Fat.
What is honey glaze made of? ›
The glaze is the most delicious combination of brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and just a splash of fruity apple cider vinegar. While hams often comes packaged with a granulated glaze, you can — and should — make your own. It will transform a city ham to the most-talked-about dish at the table.
Is it better to cook a turkey breast at 325 or 350? ›
2- to 2½-pound bone-in turkey breast half: Roast at 325°F for 60 to 70 minutes. 2½- to 3-pound boneless turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 40 to 60 minutes. 4- to 6-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 1½ to 2¼ hours. 6- to 8-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 2¼ to 3¼ hours.
What are 2 ways to keep turkey from drying out? ›
5 Ways to Prevent Your Turkey from Drying Out
- Cook Pieces Instead of a Whole Turkey. ...
- If Cooking a Whole Turkey, Buy Frozen. ...
- Ditch the Plastic Pop-Up Timer; Use an Instant-Read Thermometer Instead. ...
- Elevate the Legs. ...
- Let the Turkey Rest.
Oven-Roasted Turkey
We recommend starting the turkey in a 425 degree oven for 30-45 minutes before tenting the pan with foil and lowering the temperature to 350 degrees until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees when inserted into the thickest part of the bird.
How many will a 5 lb turkey breast feed? ›
LITTLE BIRD
If you're not cooking for a crowd, make a bone-in turkey breast. A 5- to 7-pound breast feeds about 4.
How Much Turkey Breast to Buy. One (3-pound) half-breast will feed two to four people. A whole (six- to seven-pound) turkey breast (two breasts, still joined at the breast bone) will feed six to eight people. This method will work for either amount of meat.
How many adults will a 5 lb turkey breast feed? ›
4 people = 2 pound turkey breast. 8 people = 4 pound turkey breast. 10 people = 5 pound turkey breast. 16 people = 8 pound turkey breast.
How long is Boar's Head honey Maple turkey good for? ›
How long do your deli meats stay fresh in the refrigerator? Our products are not highly processed. In order for you to enjoy optimum flavor, we recommend that you do not purchase more product than you can consume within three days.
Is honey maple turkey good for you? ›
Maple honey turkey by BOAR'S HEAD contains 6 g of saturated fat and 85 mg of cholesterol per serving. 243 g of Maple honey turkey by BOAR'S HEAD contains 4.9 mg vitamin C as well as 3.60 mg of iron, 250.29 mg of calcium. Maple honey turkey by BOAR'S HEAD belong to 'Prepared Subs & Sandwiches' food category.
Is Boar's Head turkey breast real turkey? ›
The turkeys are made from premium cuts of whole muscle turkey breasts, then oven roasted or smoked with hardwood chips. *No artificial ingredients, minimally processed.
What are the ingredients in honey baked turkey breast? ›
Nutrition Facts
Turkey Breast, Water, Honey, less than 2% of Potassium Lactate, Sugar, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate, Turkey Broth, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite.
What are the ingredients in boar's head maple glazed honey coat? ›
Boar's Head Maple Glazed Honey Coat Ham is made with 100% pure maple syrup and golden honey baked right in. Make any meal a little sweeter with this special treat.
What is maple glaze made of? ›
Made with butter, powdered sugar, real maple syrup, vanilla, and a pinch of salt + cinnamon. This glaze goes perfectly with so many baked goods including scones, cookies, and donuts! You can even use it as a festive fruit dip! No matter how you use it, this stuff is liquid gold.
Is Boar's Head maple glazed turkey processed? ›
Our products are not highly processed.
