Honey-Chipotle Glazed Turkey
The dish combines sweet honey with smoky, spicy chipotle peppers for a modern twist on the classic roasted turkey.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 66gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSugar: 10g
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey about 10-12 lbs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth for basting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove the giblets from the turkey and pat it dry with paper towels.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, minced chipotle, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the glaze to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once it thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes), remove from heat and set aside.
- Rub the turkey with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the turkey on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan.
- Roast the turkey in the preheated oven, basting with chicken broth every 45 minutes. After 2 hours, start brushing the honey-chipotle glaze over the turkey every 20 minutes, ensuring the bird is coated evenly.
- The turkey is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh and breast.
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving to retain its juices.
- Serve and enjoy! Slice and serve the turkey, garnished with extra glaze if desired.
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