Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
A delicious turkey breast glazed with a sweet and tart cranberry-orange mixture, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Turkey and Marinade
- 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
- to taste Salt and pepper
Cranberry Orange Glaze
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Pat the turkey dry and mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper together. Rub this mixture under and over the turkey skin.
Cooking
- Roast the turkey skin side up, cooking for about 20 minutes per pound, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Brush the turkey with the glaze every 10 minutes during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serving
- Let the turkey rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. Serve with additional glaze.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider brining the turkey breast beforehand. If you want a crispier skin, you can broil the turkey for the last few minutes of cooking, but watch it closely to avoid burning.