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Amazing 2-Step Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Breasts

Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Breasts
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Make a delicious, perfectly portioned Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Breast. This recipe is wonderful for smaller gatherings or when oven space is limited. You will create a festive main dish with a bright, tart cranberry glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Bone-in, skin-on turkey breasts (about 2-3 lbs each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the turkey breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. Rub the turkey breasts all over with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side up in a roasting pan.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and rosemary.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes until the cranberries start to burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Brush half of the cranberry glaze evenly over the turkey breasts.
  6. Roast the turkey breasts for 1 hour.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven and brush the remaining glaze over the turkey.
  8. Return to the oven and continue roasting until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F (74°C). This usually takes another 30-45 minutes.
  9. Remove the turkey from the oven. Let it rest, loosely tented with foil, for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • If you prefer a smoother glaze, strain the sauce after cooking, discarding the solids.
  • For crispier skin, you can place the turkey breasts on a wire rack set inside the roasting pan.
  • Use a fresh herb blend for extra flavor.

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