Description
A simple and flavorful Thanksgiving recipe featuring a juicy turkey breast with a sweet and tangy cranberry-orange glaze. Perfect for smaller gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs turkey breast (bone-in or boneless, thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (100g)
- ½ cup orange juice (120ml)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup honey (60ml)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig rosemary (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan or baking dish and pat it dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, honey, and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens into a glaze, about 7-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Pour half of the glaze over the turkey breast, using a basting brush to coat it evenly. Reserve the rest of the glaze for later.
- Place the turkey in the oven and roast for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the turkey with the remaining glaze every 20 minutes.
- Once the turkey is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
[‘Let the turkey sit out for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.’, ‘If the glaze starts to brown too quickly, tent the turkey with aluminum foil.’, ‘Fresh cranberries and oranges make a noticeable difference in flavor.’, ‘Warm the glaze gently on the stove if it thickens too much while the turkey cooks.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 225
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 28
Keywords: Thanksgiving, Turkey Breast, Cranberry Orange, Holiday Recipe, Easy Dinner