Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast (Recipe for Printing)

Make your December menu special with this cranberry orange glazed turkey breast. Sweet-tart glaze, aromatic herbs, and juicy meat highlight winter gatherings. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ For the Turkey

01 - 1 bone-in, skin-on turkey breast (about 4 pounds)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
07 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For the Cranberry Orange Glaze

08 - 1 cup fresh cranberries
09 - 1/2 cup orange juice
10 - 1/4 cup honey
11 - 1 tablespoon orange zest

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Place a rack in the center of the oven and set a roasting pan nearby.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, and orange zest. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until cranberries burst and mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency. Set aside to cool.
03 - Pat turkey breast thoroughly dry using paper towels. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper to form a paste.
04 - Carefully loosen the skin of the turkey breast without detaching it. Rub half of the herb paste evenly under the skin. Rub the remaining mixture over the skin and inside the cavity.
05 - Place the turkey breast, skin-side up, onto a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for about 20 minutes per pound, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reaches 165°F.
06 - During the last 30 minutes of roasting, brush turkey breast generously with the cranberry orange glaze every 10 minutes, reserving any extra glaze for serving.
07 - Remove turkey breast from oven. Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for 15–20 minutes before carving. Slice and serve with additional glaze if desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Choosing a bone-in, skin-on turkey breast helps retain juiciness and flavor, making it ideal for smaller gatherings. Patting the skin dry ensures a crispy finish, and applying the herb mixture under the skin infuses the meat with aromatic depth. Frequent basting with the glaze during the final stage of roasting creates a glossy finish and moist, tender slices. Resting the turkey after roasting allows juices to redistribute, ensuring the meat remains succulent.
02 - Cranberries and oranges combine to deliver a vibrant tart-sweet glaze elevated by fresh herbs. This naturally gluten-free dish is easily adaptable for low-carb preferences by substituting honey with a sugar-free alternative.

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