Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
Tender turkey breast roasted and brushed with a sweet-tart cranberry orange glaze for a glossy, citrus-kissed finish.
Ingredients
Turkey & Seasoning
- 3 lb boneless skin-on turkey breast
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Cranberry Orange Glaze
- 1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Prepare the Turkey
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the turkey breast dry, season all over with kosher salt and black pepper, then brush melted butter under the skin and over the top.
Initial Roast
- Place the turkey skin-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast uncovered for 30 minutes, until the skin starts to brown and juices glisten.
Make the Glaze
- Combine cranberry sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Finish Roasting
- Brush half the glaze onto the turkey. Continue roasting for 45 more minutes, brushing every 15 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
Rest and Serve
- Transfer the turkey to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
While massaging melted butter under the skin I found the meat stayed remarkably moist and flavorful.
On my third attempt, brushing the glaze every 12 minutes created a jewel-like, candy-like sheen without burning.
You can make the glaze up to 2 days ahead; store it in an airtight jar in the fridge and whisk gently before use.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15g
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