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Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

Tender turkey breast coated in a glossy, thick cranberry orange glaze that's perfect for holiday celebrations and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Holiday, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Turkey
  • 1 bone-in turkey breast 4-5 pounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Cranberry Orange Glaze
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth

Equipment

  • Roasting pan or oven-safe skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Saucepan
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and position rack in lower third of oven.
  2. Pat turkey breast dry and season generously with salt and pepper under and over skin.
  3. Heat olive oil in large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear turkey breast skin-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden, then flip and sear other side.
  5. Transfer to preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, brown sugar, orange zest, thyme, cinnamon, and ginger in saucepan.
  7. Cook glaze over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) after initial 20 minutes.
  9. Brush turkey generously with cranberry orange glaze, reserving some for serving.
  10. Continue roasting, basting every 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), about 45-60 minutes more.
  11. Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
  12. Slice and serve with remaining warm glaze.

Notes

For extra glossy finish, brush with additional glaze just before serving. Turkey can be prepared up to 2 days ahead and reheated gently. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 4 days.