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Bourbon Maple Glazed Boneless Turkey Breast Recipe

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This Bourbon Maple Glazed Boneless Turkey Breast features a succulent, tender turkey roast slathered with a sweet and savory bourbon maple glaze and roasted to perfection. The turkey is moist on the inside with a crispy, flavorful exterior, complemented by a rich cider bourbon gravy made from the pan drippings. A perfect centerpiece for holiday dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

Bourbon Maple Glaze

  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 2 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Turkey Breast and Roasting

  • 3 lb. boneless turkey breast roast, thawed (Butterball brand recommended)
  • 2 – 4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth

Cider Bourbon Gravy

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup pan drippings or reduced sodium chicken broth/stock
  • 1/3 cup bourbon
  • 2/3 cup apple cider or apple juice
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp cold unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F. Arrange a baking dish (2-quart recommended, or a 9×13-inch pan works too) and place an oven-safe wire rack or a roasting rack inside it. Remove the turkey breast from its packaging, keeping the twine netting intact to help hold the meat together during roasting. Pat the turkey dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a crispy exterior.
  2. Position Turkey: Place the turkey breast onto the rack in the center of the baking dish or roasting pan. Pour enough reduced sodium chicken broth into the bottom of the pan to reach about 1/4 inch depth—this prevents the drippings from burning as the turkey roasts.
  3. Make Glaze: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the bourbon, light brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, soy sauce, whole grain mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  4. Glaze and Roast: Generously slather the bourbon maple glaze over the top and sides of the turkey breast. Place the turkey in the oven and roast for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer. Every 30 minutes, baste the turkey by brushing more glaze on and adding additional chicken broth to the pan as needed to keep the drippings from burning.
  5. Final Roasting Stage: For the last 30 minutes, carefully remove the twine netting from the turkey and continue to baste the turkey more liberally with glaze to develop a deliciously sticky and flavorful crust.
  6. Rest Turkey: Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board or plate. Let it rest while you prepare the gravy, allowing juices to redistribute for moist, tender meat.
  7. Make Gravy: Pour the pan drippings into a small bowl, skimming off any excess fat. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter. Stir in the flour and whisk continuously, cooking for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of the pan drippings or chicken broth. Add bourbon, apple cider, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Simmer for several minutes until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter for a smooth finish.

Notes

  • Keeping the turkey breast in the twine netting while roasting helps maintain shape and even cooking.
  • Basting regularly with glaze ensures a flavorful, sticky crust and prevents drying out.
  • Use reduced sodium chicken broth to control the saltiness in the gravy and pan drippings.
  • Apple cider can be substituted with apple juice if cider is unavailable, though cider adds a richer flavor.
  • Let the turkey rest before slicing to retain juiciness.
  • A meat thermometer is essential to ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.

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