Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish

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Tender oven-roasted turkey breast brushed with a sweet maple glaze, served alongside a tangy homemade cranberry relish for a festive holiday meal. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs 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 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: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat dry 3 pounds of turkey breast and season evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter with 1/4 cup maple syrup and 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves over low heat until combined and warm.
  3. Step 3: Place turkey breast in a roasting pan and brush generously with half of the maple glaze. Roast for 45 minutes, basting every 15 minutes with remaining glaze, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, combine 2 cups fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove turkey from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve slices with warm cranberry relish on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish 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 Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish?

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 turkey breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish?

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 Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish 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 Oven-Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Relish?

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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