Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
This Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast is a delightful twist on traditional turkey recipes.Perfect for smaller gatherings or those who prefer white meat, this dish combines the succulence of turkey breast with a tangy-sweet glaze of cranberries and oranges.
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 and 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.