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Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course / Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

  • 3 –4 lb 1.4–1.8 kg boneless turkey breast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ½ cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar optional, for deeper sweetness
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a roasting pan.
  2. Rub turkey breast with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme, coating evenly.
  3. Place turkey breast in the roasting pan breast-side up.
  4. Roast until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), about 60–75 minutes, depending on size.
  5. While turkey roasts, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, orange zest, balsamic vinegar, and chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Cook the cranberry orange mixture, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and the sauce begins to thicken, about 10–12 minutes.
  7. If using brown sugar, stir it in to enhance sweetness and depth.
  8. Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce becomes syrupy and glossy.
  9. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until fully incorporated for a silky finish.
  10. Once turkey is done, remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Brush generous amounts of the cranberry orange glaze over each slice before serving.
  12. Serve additional sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

Protein: 36 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fat: 14 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 12 g

Sodium: 240 mg