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Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast for a Festive Feast

Delight family and friends with this Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast recipe, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Turkey and Glaze
  • 1 whole Turkey Breast Approximately 4-5 lbs
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Optional for sweetness
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet.
  2. Season the turkey breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Combine cranberry sauce, orange juice, and brown sugar in a bowl to make the glaze.
  4. Place turkey in the baking dish and brush with the cranberry orange glaze.
  5. Bake the turkey for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Baste the turkey with glaze every 30 minutes for extra flavor.
  7. Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing to retain moisture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with your favorite sides for a complete holiday meal. The turkey can be marinated overnight for enhanced flavor.

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