Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce

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Roasted turkey breast brushed with a sweet maple glaze paired with a tart cranberry sage sauce, perfect for a festive holiday meal. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs boneless turkey breast, maple syrup, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter with 1/4 cup maple syrup and 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage over low heat for 3 minutes until fragrant; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 3 pounds boneless turkey breast and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place turkey in a roasting pan and brush generously with half of the maple-sage glaze.
  3. Step 3: Roast turkey for 45 minutes, basting with remaining glaze every 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is golden.
  4. Step 4: While turkey roasts, combine 12 oz fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp chopped sage, and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Remove turkey from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with warm cranberry sage sauce spooned over slices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless turkey breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sage Sauce?

American holiday like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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