Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter
A tender roast turkey breast brushed with a honey and herb butter, infused with fresh sage for a fragrant holiday centerpiece. This american-inspired christmas ready in about 125 minutes pairs bone-in turkey breast, unsalted butter, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs bone-in turkey breast
- 6 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh sage leaves
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, mix 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until well combined.
- Step 2: Pat dry the 4 lbs bone-in turkey breast and carefully loosen the skin. Spread half of the sage butter mixture evenly under the skin and rub the remaining half all over the surface.
- Step 3: Place the turkey breast on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, basting every 30 minutes with pan juices, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter take to make?
Total time is about 125 minutes (20 min prep + 105 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in turkey breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter?
American christmas like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The honey glaze was perfect—sweet without being cloying, and the sage butter made the turkey incredibly aromatic. My whole family kept asking for seconds!
- ★★★★★
This became our Christmas tradition! The turkey was tender, the glaze caramelized just right, and the sage butter made it feel extra special.
- ★★★★☆
A solid recipe, but the glaze needed more honey for my taste. Still, the turkey stayed juicy, and the sage flavor complemented the holiday table beautifully.
