Alabama BBQ Turkey Breast
Creamy mayo-based Alabama sauce glazes lean turkey in a 25-minute one-pan dinner. Tangy, smoky, and nothing like traditional red BBQ.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 412
- Protein
- 48g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pound turkey breast to even 1-inch thickness between two pieces of plastic wrap.
Step 2
Whisk mayo, vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, and mustard until smooth and glossy.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 4
Season turkey with salt and pepper, then sear 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5
Pour sauce over turkey and toss to coat, cooking 2 minutes until bubbling and glossy.
Step 6
Slice turkey, drizzle with extra sauce, and serve over rice or with coleslaw.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- meat mallet
- plastic wrap
- medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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