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Juicy Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast garnished with cranberries and oranges

Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

This recipe features a succulent turkey breast coated in a vibrant cranberry orange glaze, offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Ideal for a festive meal or a delicious Sunday dinner, this dish is both impressive and relatively simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless turkey breast
  • 1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a shallow roasting pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.

Cooking

  • Place the turkey breast in the prepared roasting pan, then spread about half of the cranberry orange glaze over the turkey.
  • Roast for 60-75 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C).
  • During the last 15-20 minutes of cooking, brush the remaining glaze over the turkey breast.

Resting and Serving

  • Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  • Garnish with fresh rosemary, if desired, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider brining the turkey breast overnight. Adjust cooking time based on the size and thickness of your turkey breast. This glaze also works well with pork loin!