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Best Small-Batch Apple Cider Turkey Breast for Friendsgiving

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A juicy, perfectly roasted turkey breast with a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze, ideal for small gatherings like Friendsgiving. This recipe is a lifesaver for last-minute hosting, delivering impressive results with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (2 to 3-pound) boneless, skin-on turkey breast
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let the turkey breast sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine apple cider, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 8-10 minutes until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat and stir in melted butter. Set aside 1/4 cup of glaze for serving.
  3. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the turkey breast skin-side up in a roasting pan or 9×13-inch baking dish. Roast for 30 minutes uncovered.
  5. After 30 minutes, remove the pan from the oven. Brush the turkey breast generously with the glaze. Return to the oven.
  6. Continue roasting and glazing every 15-20 minutes until the turkey is cooked through and the skin is deep golden brown. Total roasting time: 50-70 minutes.
  7. Check for doneness: Insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the breast (avoiding bone). It should read 160°F (71°C).
  8. Remove the turkey from the oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  9. After resting, transfer to a cutting board. Slice against the grain into thick slices. Drizzle with reserved glaze and serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t skip resting the turkey; it ensures juiciness. If the skin gets too dark before the turkey is cooked, tent with foil. Save pan drippings for gravy. The glaze can be made up to 3 days ahead.

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