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Juicy Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

Juicy Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

This Juicy Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast is a perfect centerpiece for your holiday feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 slices
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • roasting pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3-4 lb turkey breast, bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
  • Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breast and rub half of the herb mixture under the skin. Rub the remaining mixture over the skin and inside the cavity.
  • Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan, skin side up.
  • Roast for 20 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
  • During the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the turkey breast with the cranberry orange glaze every 10 minutes.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

Notes

Ensure the turkey is thawed before cooking for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg
Keyword cranberry, Holiday Recipe, orange glaze, Thanksgiving, turkey
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