Pan-Roasted Midwest Turkey Breast with Sage and Apple

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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Tender turkey breast pan-roasted with fresh sage and sweet apple slices, inspired by traditional Midwest autumn flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless turkey breast, fresh sage leaves, apple, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless turkey breast
10 fresh sage leaves
1 medium apple, sliced
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 2 lbs boneless turkey breast dry and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on all sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter foams, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Add the turkey breast to the skillet and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 4: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 10 fresh sage leaves, and 1 medium sliced apple to the skillet around the turkey, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and apples start to soften.
Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and cook turkey for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F, and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Remove turkey and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing; spoon the apple and sage pan sauce over slices to serve.