15 Best Turkey Breast Recipes for an Easy Thanksgiving Meal
It’s perfect for a smaller feast!
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It wouldn't be Thanksgiving dinner without turkey! After all, the bird is one of those traditional Thanksgiving foods that makes everyone feel grateful and nostalgic. But what if you're hosting a smaller Thanksgiving or planning a less formal Friendsgiving party? You might not want to cook a big roast turkey that takes hours to make. Instead, check out these turkey breast recipes.
Turkey breast is less time consuming, more approachable, and just as tasty. Plus, you won't feel like you're missing out on a Thanksgiving classic. You can even serve it up with your favorite gravy, stuffing, and Thanksgiving side dishes. Wondering what is the best way to cook turkey breast? You can make it in an air fryer for crispy skin and juicy meat or give a slow cooker recipe a try. Of course, we've also included turkey recipes like roast turkey breast with spiced apple cider glaze or stuffed turkey breast that's wrapped in prosciutto—they're both great options if you're looking to impress guests. Not to mention, there are tons of more casual, weeknight dinners made with turkey breast, too. Just look at Ree Drummond's turkey tetrazzini for a pasta recipe that's loaded with turkey. It also happens to be a great way to use up leftover turkey!
Turkey Soup
With big chunks of tender turkey, veggies, and orzo, this soup is the ultimate comfort food. We love the way the addition of lemon juice helps to balance out all those savory holiday flavors.
Get the Turkey Soup recipe.
Air Fryer Turkey Breast
It might be easier to make turkey breast than a whole bird, but it's just as impressive! The air fryer is a foolproof method to make it extra moist and juicy with a crispy skin.
Get the Air Fryer Turkey Breast recipe.
Turkey Tetrazzini
This weeknight pasta is loaded with turkey, mushrooms, spinach, and a creamy white wine sauce. But it's the crispy breadcrumb topping that's the finishing touch.
Get Ree's Turkey Tetrazzini recipe.
Turkey Pot Pie
Just like chicken pot pie, but with turkey instead! This recipe is savory, creamy, and oh so comforting. You can make it easier by using leftover pie dough from your holiday meal.
Get the Turkey Pot Pie recipe.
Roast Turkey Breast
This simple recipe uses butter, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme to make a perfect roast turkey breast. You'll hear the crackling of the skin when you carve it.
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
The Instant Pot uses steam to keep in all the moisture in the turkey. That means, you won't ever have to worry about dry turkey again!
Turkey Salad with Cranberries
For a seasonal twist on chicken salad, this cold turkey salad studded with cranberries is perfect for fall! You can eat it straight up or serve it on a sandwich.
Get the Turkey Salad with Cranberries recipe at Joyous Apron.
Turkey Tenderloin
The tenderloin is a boneless portion of the turkey breast that cooks up in even less time. In fact, this whole recipe (including the potatoes and veggies) cooks up in less then an hour!
Maple Bourbon Glazed Turkey Breast
This boneless turkey breast embraces the warm flavors of fall with a sweet and sticky maple bourbon glaze. And if that weren't enough, there's also a cider bourbon gravy to pour over the top!
Get the Maple Bourbon Glazed Turkey Breast recipe at The Chunky Chef.
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
This recipe starts off with a turkey brine that has hints of orange, cinnamon, bay leaves, and pepper. Then it's rubbed with a savory herb butter and placed in a slow cooker with onions and garlic. As you can tell, it has a ton of flavor!
Turkey Divan
This classic dish combines tender turkey, broccoli, melty cheese, and a cracker topping. It'll be a hit with everyone in the family.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Turkey Breast
The gorgeous swirl of cranberries, breadcrumbs, and herbs in the center of this rolled turkey breast makes it so impressive. But if you want to take it to the next level, simply wrap it in crispy prosciutto!
Get the Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Turkey Breast recipe at How Sweet Eats.
Smoked Turkey Breast
This recipe breaks down everything you need to know about smoking turkey breast. From the type of smoker to use to the best seasonings, it makes it easy to whip up smoked turkey for dinner.
Grilled Chipotle Orange Turkey Kebabs
Bite-sized pieces of turkey breast tenderloin get seasoned in an orange and chipotle marinade before being skewered and grilled. It's a great way to take your turkey dinner outdoors!
Get the Grilled Chipotle Orange Turkey Kebabs recipe at A Farmgirl's Dabbles.
Apple Cider Glazed Turkey Breast
The spiced apple cider glaze adds a touch of tangy sweetness to savory turkey. It's an easy way to make your turkey breast even more flavorful.
Get the Apple Cider Glazed Turkey Breast recipe at The Noshery.
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