Description
This cranberry orange glazed turkey offers a juicy and flavorful main course with a sweet and tangy sauce, making it a delicious alternative to a traditional roast.
Ingredients
Scale
- One 4–5 lb turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon dark molasses
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- Sprigs of fresh rosemary and/or thyme
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 can (14 ounces) whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup Lingonberry jam (or orange marmalade)
- 1 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 medium orange
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, minced garlic, canola oil, molasses, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to create the rub.
- Pat turkey breast dry and apply the rub all over it.
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, cranberry sauce, Lingonberry jam, orange zest, and sugar.
- In a separate cup, whisk orange juice and cornstarch until dissolved, then stir into the saucepan.
- Bring glaze to a simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Place seasoned turkey breast in a roasting pan and pour most of the glaze around it, reserving some for brushing later. Add a small amount on top to prevent burning.
- Tuck fresh herb sprigs around the turkey.
- Roast for about 90 minutes. During the last 30 minutes, brush with remaining glaze every 10-15 minutes.
- Turkey is done when internal temperature reaches 160-165°F (71-74°C).
- Remove from oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. Avoid applying too much glaze early to prevent burning. Let the turkey rest before slicing for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with glaze
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg