Orange Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe

Name: Orange Glazed Turkey Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 195 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 (5 to 7-pound) bone-in turkey breast; 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; For the Orange Glaze; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons butter; 6 ounces orange juice concentrate (about 3/4 cup); 2 tablespoons sweet orange marmalade; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger)

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 3 hrs

Total: 3 hrs 15 mins

Servings: 8 to 10 servings

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This flavorful turkey breast is compact and delicious, perfect for a small family. Or roast this turkey breast for the great sandwiches and leftovers you'll have for a few days.

The orange glaze can also be used on a split turkey breast or whole chicken. Feel free to sprinkle some fresh chopped rosemary or chopped sage over the turkey as you baste it with the orange glaze.

1 (5 to 7-pound) bone-in turkey breast
2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Orange Glaze

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup (6 ounces) orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons sweet orange marmalade
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger, or 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

Gather the ingredients and preheat the oven to 325 F.

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Rub turkey breast lightly with vegetable oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan.

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Roast for about 2 to 3 1/4 hours, depending on the size of the turkey breast (stuffed will take longer). The cooking time guide should be on the turkey breast packaging. A meat thermometer will reach 170 F when the turkey is done. If necessary, tent with a piece of buttered or oiled foil during the last hour.

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Meanwhile, make the glaze. Combine the glaze ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.

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Baste the turkey breast with the orange glaze a few times during the last 20 minutes of cooking time. Let turkey stand for 10 minutes before carving.

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Serve and enjoy.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
468	Calories
14g	Fat
12g	Carbs
75g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8 to 10
Amount per serving
Calories	468
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Cholesterol 174mg	58%
Sodium 557mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 75g
Vitamin C 29mg	144%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 991mg	21%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.