Description
A juicy, bone-in turkey breast roasted with a savory-sweet maple, mustard, and herb glaze, served with seasonal root vegetables. This recipe is designed to be stress-free, gluten-free, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 lbs bone-in turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (Grade A Dark Robust or Grade B)
- 2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 10–12 fresh sage leaves, torn
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 3 large carrots, chopped into chunks
- 2 medium onions, quartered
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold preferred), quartered
- 1 large apple, sliced
- Olive oil for tossing vegetables
Instructions
- Remove turkey breast from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub the turkey surface with softened butter. Season generously with salt and pepper. Slide fingers under the skin to create pockets and rub minced garlic and salt underneath.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and chopped sage to make the glaze.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss carrots, onions, potatoes, and apple with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread vegetables on a roasting pan or sheet pan with a rack. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven. Push vegetables to the sides and place turkey breast skin-side up in the center.
- Brush turkey generously with half of the maple glaze. Roast for 45 minutes.
- Check temperature. If around 150°F (65°C), remove pan and brush with remaining glaze. Return to oven.
- Roast until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) at the thickest part (approx. 20-30 minutes).
- Remove turkey from oven and transfer to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and rest for 15 minutes.
- Slice turkey against the grain and serve with roasted vegetables and extra glaze.
Notes
Do not skip the resting period; it ensures the meat remains juicy. Use Grade B or Dark Robust maple syrup for a stronger flavor. If using frozen turkey, thaw in the fridge for 24-48 hours. For leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in the oven with broth to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of turkey br
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
Keywords: turkey breast, maple glazed turkey, Canadian Thanksgiving, holiday dinner, gluten-free turkey, easy turkey recipe, roasted vegetables