Best 3 Honey Glazed Turkey Breast Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of a Honey Glazed Turkey Breast, a dish that combines tender, juicy turkey with a sweet and savory glaze. This recipe offers a simplified version of the classic Thanksgiving turkey, perfect for smaller gatherings or those seeking a less time-consuming option. The turkey breast is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection. The homemade honey glaze, made with a combination of honey, butter, orange juice, and spices, is brushed onto the turkey during roasting, creating a golden-brown, caramelized crust. Serve the succulent turkey breast with your favorite sides for a memorable meal.

In addition to the main recipe, this article provides variations to cater to different dietary preferences and taste buds. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the recipe includes instructions for a sugar-free honey glaze made with maple syrup or agave nectar. For those who prefer a more traditional flavor profile, there's a recipe for a savory turkey glaze made with white wine, chicken broth, and herbs. And for those who love the combination of sweet and savory, there's a recipe for a bourbon-honey glaze that adds a touch of smoky sweetness to the turkey. With these variations, you can create a Honey Glazed Turkey Breast that perfectly suits your taste and dietary needs.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HONEY-CITRUS GLAZED TURKEY



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A turkey breast is enough for us, but you can roast a whole bird if you're feeding a big group. Either way, this super-succulent turkey wins the day. -Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h30m

Yield 16 servings (3 cups gravy).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup honey
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 turkey (12 to 14 pounds)
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
GRAVY:
1 to 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended. Reserve half of the mixture for brushing over turkey; refrigerate until needed., Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from turkey breast; drizzle remaining butter mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breasts with toothpicks. Sprinkle outside of turkey with salt and pepper., Add 1-1/2 cups broth to bottom of roasting pan. Roast turkey, uncovered, 30 minutes. Cover loosely with foil; roast 1-1/2 hours longer., Remove turkey from oven. Warm reserved butter mixture until butter is melted; brush over turkey. Continue roasting turkey, loosely covered, 1 to 1-3/4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°., Remove turkey to a serving platter. Let stand 20 minutes before carving., For gravy, pour drippings and loosened browned bits from bottom of roasting pan into a large measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/4 cup. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 3 cups., In a saucepan, mix reserved fat and flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with turkey.

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ROAST-YOUR-OWN HONEY-ROASTED TURKEY BREAST AND VEGETABLES



Roast-Your-Own Honey-Roasted Turkey Breast and Vegetables image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 4-pound boneless, skin-on turkey breast
2 tablespoons honey
6 sprigs fresh thyme
4 carrots, sliced into 3-inch chunks
1 sweet potato, peeled and sliced into wedges
1 fennel bulb, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Rub 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper around the whole turkey breast, in every crevasse and crevice. Gently peel back the skin and rub the seasoning under the skin too. Do the same with the honey, concentrating it under the skin; avoid putting the honey on top of the skin.
  • On a baking sheet, mix the thyme, carrots, sweet potatoes, fennel, onions and 2 tablespoons of the melted butter. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the vegetables out evenly and place the turkey on top of the vegetables. Next, brush the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter all over the turkey and on top of the skin.
  • Cook for 15 minutes, then bump the temperature down to 325 degrees F and cook until the meat registers 165 degrees F on a GOOD instant-read thermometer, for another hour or so. Let rest at least 10 minutes.
  • Slice and serve with the roasted vegetables. The turkey will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, and is perfect for the kids' lunches the following week.

HONEY GLAZED TURKEY BREAST



HONEY GLAZED TURKEY BREAST image

Categories     Poultry

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 kg boneless turkey breast, fresh
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1/3 cup margarine, butter flavored
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup white wine
pepper, to taste
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/honey-roasted-turkey-breast-441636?oc=linkback

Steps:

  • Directions: 1 Place the turkey breast in a shallow roasting pan. 2 In a medium sauce pan, combine remaining ingredients and gently simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavor from the sprig on rosemary (I used one that was about 5 inches long) to infuse into the sauce. Remove and keep the sprig of rosemary. 3 If you have an injector, inject about 1/2 of the wine/butter/honey mixture into the breast in several locations. Drizzle another 1/4 of the mixture on top of the breast. Season with pepper. I do not use salt because it can draw out some of the moisture of the turkey and it really doesn't need it. 4 If you don't have an injector, just pour about 1/2 of the mixture on the breast and then season with pepper. 5 Place the sprig of rosemary across the top of the breast. 6 Place in an oven preheated to 325 f until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 160. This took our oven about 2 hours but keep a close eye on it so you don't dry it into turkey jerkey instead of turkey breast. At about 45 minutes, baste it with some of the remaining butter/wine/honey mixture. At 1hour and 15 minutes start basting it every 30 minutes with the juices from the pan. 7 Remove at 160 degrees, discard the rosemary, and wrap the breast in foil for at least 15 minutes but will stay warm for much longer. Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/honey-roasted-turkey-breast-441636?oc=linkback

Tips:

  • Use a good quality honey: The quality of the honey you use will greatly affect the flavor of your turkey breast. Look for a honey that is dark and rich in flavor, such as buckwheat honey or wildflower honey.
  • Brine the turkey breast: Brining the turkey breast in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar will help to keep it moist and flavorful. You can brine the turkey breast for up to 24 hours, but even a short brine of 4 hours will make a difference.
  • Roast the turkey breast at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Roast the turkey breast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Glaze the turkey breast frequently: This will help to keep the turkey breast moist and flavorful. Glaze the turkey breast every 15 minutes with a mixture of honey, butter, and spices.
  • Let the turkey breast rest: Before carving the turkey breast, let it rest for 10-15 minutes. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.

Conclusion:

Honey glazed turkey breast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can create a turkey breast that is moist, flavorful, and has a crispy skin. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve, give honey glazed turkey breast a try!

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