Orange Glazed Turkey Breast

Split Turkey Breast With Herbs
Diana Rattray
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 3 hrs
Total: 3 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8 to 10 servings

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.

Ingredients

  • 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

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients and preheat the oven to 325 F.

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

    Rub turkey breast
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  3. 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.

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

    Make glaze
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  5. 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.

    Baste turkey
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  6. Serve and enjoy.

    Serve
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
468 Calories
14g Fat
12g Carbs
75g Protein
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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.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)