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Maple Butter Glazed Turkey: Sweet & Savory Holiday Dinner

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Maple Butter Glazed Turkey: Sweet & Savory Holiday Dinner
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200 min Total Time
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8 servings Portions
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Easy Difficulty
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Budget Cost
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520 kcal Calories/serving

Who knew that turkey could be both sweet and savory? Let’s dive into the deliciousness of Maple Butter Glazed Turkey!

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🛒 Quick Ingredients

8 portions

📋 Complete Ingredients List

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  • 14-16 lb whole turkey, thawed
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth

🍳 Quick Cooking Steps

1

Preheat the slow cooker to HIGH.

2

Mix maple syrup, butter, soy sauce, garlic, and thyme.

3

Place turkey in slow cooker breast-side up.

4

Season turkey with salt and pepper.

5

Baste turkey with maple mixture every hour.

6

Add chicken broth to the bottom of the slow cooker.

7

Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours.

8

Check internal temperature reaching 165°F before serving.

📊 Nutrition Facts

520
Calories
45g
Protein
40g
Carbs
20g
Fat
25g
Sugar
700mg
Sodium
120mg
Cholesterol

📦 Storage & Meal Prep

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoesnPair with cranberry sauce and stuffingnGarnish with thyme and cranberries

⚠️ Common Mistakes

  • Not basting enough leads to dry turkeynOvercooking makes the meat toughnSkipping thermometer check can result in undercooking

🎨 Recipe Variations

  • Add orange zest for citrus flavornMix in herbs like rosemary or sagenTry brown sugar glaze for a sweeter option

❓ Quick Cooking Q&A

Can I use a frozen turkey?

Thaw completely for best results before cooking.

Can I use another sweetener?

Yes, honey or agave syrup can work.

What if I don't have a slow cooker?

You can roast it in the oven instead.

Can I add vegetables to the slow cooker?

Yes, root vegetables work well in the sauce.

How can I make the skin crispy?

Broil the turkey for the last 15 minutes.

⭐ Community Reviews

Sofia T
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The turkey was so moist and tasty!
John D
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Great flavor but took longer than expected.
Aisha L
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Fabulous recipe! My family loved it!
Raj M
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Easy to prepare, a hit at dinner.
Maria J
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Simple and delicious, definitely making again.
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