Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
A delightful turkey dish with a sweet and tangy cranberry-orange glaze, perfect for celebrations or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 piece turkey breast Approximately 3-4 pounds
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed for best taste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Season the turkey breast with salt and pepper and place it in a roasting pan.
- Pour the cranberry orange glaze over the turkey.
Cooking
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours or until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Baste the turkey with the glaze every 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the turkey breast marinate in the glaze for a few hours or overnight before cooking. Cover the turkey with aluminum foil if it starts to brown too much during cooking. You can also use homemade cranberry sauce for a fresher taste.