Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe
This Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast recipe features a juicy bone-in, skin-on turkey breast roast enhanced with a vibrant, sweet-tart glaze made from fresh cranberries, orange juice, and honey. Infused with fragrant herbs like rosemary and thyme, this dish offers a perfect balance of citrus and savory flavors, ideal for festive occasions or a special family dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Turkey
- 1 (3-4 lb) turkey breast, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cranberry Orange Glaze
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, orange juice, honey, and orange zest. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Turkey: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the turkey breast dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crisp skin.
- Make Herb Rub: In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper to create a herb mixture.
- Apply Herb Rub: Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breast without detaching it and rub half of the herb mixture directly under the skin to infuse the meat. Spread the remaining herb mixture evenly over the skin and inside the turkey cavity for maximum flavor.
- Roast the Turkey: Place the turkey breast skin side up in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast.
- Glaze the Turkey: In the last 30 minutes of roasting, brush the turkey breast with the prepared cranberry orange glaze every 10 minutes to build up a flavorful, sticky coating.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute. Carve and serve warm, enjoying the vibrant glaze and tender, herb-infused meat.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked perfectly to 165°F (74°C) internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Letting the turkey rest after roasting helps keep it juicy and tender.
- You can prepare the glaze ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to use.
- For extra crisp skin, you may increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10 minutes of roasting.
- This recipe works well with bone-in, skin-on turkey breasts weighing between 3-4 pounds.
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