Baked Cranberry and Sage Turkey Breast for Thanksgiving

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

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A tender turkey breast roasted with fresh sage and tart cranberries, perfect for a flavorful Thanksgiving centerpiece. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, pairs skin-on turkey breast, fresh sage leaves, fresh cranberries for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 pounds skin-on turkey breast
2 tablespoons, chopped fresh sage leaves
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 tablespoons olive oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pat dry the 3 pounds skin-on turkey breast and rub it evenly with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 3 minced garlic cloves.
Step 2: Scatter 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves over the turkey breast, gently pressing them into the skin to adhere.
Step 3: Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan, surround it with 1 cup fresh cranberries, and pour 1/2 cup chicken broth into the pan to keep the meat moist.
Step 4: Roast in the oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, basting occasionally with pan juices.
Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Cranberries will soften and release their tartness, complementing the savory sage and turkey.