Description
This Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast recipe features a succulent turkey breast roasted to perfection with a tangy and sweet glaze made from fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, and honey. Perfect for festive occasions and family dinners, the glaze infuses the turkey with bright citrus and fruity flavors, complementing the savory herbs and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey
- 4 pounds turkey breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cranberry Orange Glaze
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the turkey.
- Prepare Glaze: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens into a glaze, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Season Turkey: Rub the turkey breast all over with olive oil and thyme, then season generously with salt and black pepper for balanced flavor.
- Glaze Turkey: Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and brush all sides with the prepared cranberry orange glaze to infuse it with sweetness and tang.
- Roast Turkey: Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Slice and serve with additional glaze if desired.
Notes
- Using fresh cranberries gives the glaze a vibrant tartness; frozen cranberries can be substituted if fresh are not available.
- Make sure to monitor the glaze while cooking as it thickens quickly and can burn if left unattended.
- Allowing the turkey to rest before slicing helps keep it moist and flavorful.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to prevent over or undercooking.
- Leftover glaze can be saved and reheated as a sauce for turkey sandwiches or sides.
