A dish that brings the festive flavors of the holiday right to your table without the hassle. This recipe combines the savory richness of turkey breast with a sweet honey butter glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, resulting in a tender, juicy centerpiece perfect for any intimate gathering.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 pounds turkey breast (bone-in or boneless)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh, if available)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup chicken broth
Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, honey, garlic powder, thyme, paprika, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth.
Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan, breast side up. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
Spread the honey butter glaze evenly over the turkey breast.
Roast the turkey for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting every 30 minutes.
Once golden brown, remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Slice the turkey breast and serve with the remaining honey butter glaze from the pan.
