Easter Turkey Ham Roast (Print Version)
Tender turkey breast layered with smoked ham and brushed with a sweet and savory honey glaze.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.3 lbs boneless turkey breast, skin on
02 - 10 oz smoked ham, thinly sliced
→ Glaze
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
06 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
07 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
→ Aromatics
08 - 1 large onion, quartered
09 - 3 garlic cloves, smashed
10 - 3 sprigs fresh thyme
11 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
→ For Roasting
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Carefully loosen the skin and layer the ham slices evenly beneath the skin, covering the breast.
03 - Rub the turkey breast with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
04 - Place the onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary in the bottom of a roasting pan. Set the prepared turkey breast on top, skin-side up.
05 - In a small bowl, mix together honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.
06 - Brush half the glaze over the turkey breast.
07 - Pour chicken broth into the roasting pan.
08 - Roast for 1 hour. Baste the turkey with pan juices and brush with remaining glaze.
09 - Continue roasting for another 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is golden brown.
10 - Remove from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The ham tucked under the turkey skin keeps the white meat impossibly juicy while infusing every bite with smoky sweetness
- That honey mustard glaze creates the most gorgeous burnished gold crust that makes your holiday table look absolutely stunning
02 -
- That meat thermometer is non negotiable, overcooked turkey is a tragedy you can easily avoid
- The glaze can burn quickly in the final minutes, so keep watch and tent with foil if needed
03 -
- A pinch of smoked paprika in the glaze adds incredible depth without being overwhelming
- If your turkey breast is smaller, reduce the roasting time and check temperature earlier