The Exercise Coach - Wichita

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(Recipe of the Week) Feel intimidated at the thought of cooking a whole turkey? Learn how to make Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast with this easy recipe. Perfect holiday centerpiece with sweet-tart glaze in just 90 minutes!

Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

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Ingredients

1 (3-4 lb) turkey breast, bone-in and skin-on
2 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup pure orange juice
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons orange zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Turkey
Remove the turkey breast from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. Pat it completely dry with paper towels—this is crucial for crispy skin! Rub the olive oil all over the turkey, then generously season with salt and pepper. Place it skin-side up in a roasting pan.

Step 2: Make Your Glaze
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, orange juice, honey, orange zest, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the cranberries start to pop and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped rosemary and thyme. The glaze should be glossy and smell absolutely incredible.

Step 3: First Glaze Application
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Brush about half of the cranberry-orange glaze over the turkey breast, making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies. Reserve the remaining glaze for basting during cooking and for serving alongside the finished turkey.

Step 4: Roast the Turkey
Roast for 45 minutes, then brush with more glaze. Continue roasting for another 15-30 minutes, depending on the size of your breast and your oven. Start checking the internal temperature after 15 minutes to avoid overcooking—it should reach 165°F when measured at the thickest part of the breast. The skin should be golden brown and gorgeous.

Step 5: Rest and Serve
Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before carving—this helps the juices redistribute for incredibly moist meat. Warm any remaining glaze and serve alongside the carved turkey.

Note: Use pure, no-added sugar orange juice and swap honey for homemade date paste (approx 2/3 c) to make this dish approved for the 30-Day Metabolic Comeback Challenge. Find all recipes of the week on our Pinterest boards: https://bit.ly/3VhrcuT

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