Description
Cranberry-Orange Glazed Turkey is a stunning centerpiece for your holiday feast, combining juicy turkey with a sweet and tangy glaze that will delight your taste buds. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a flavorful bird that will impress family and friends without keeping you tied to the kitchen for hours. The vibrant cranberry-orange flavor elevates any gathering, making it a dish you’ll want to serve year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (10–14 pounds)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 2 fresh oranges (juiced and zested)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove giblets from the turkey cavity and pat dry. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder inside and out.
- In a bowl, mix cranberry sauce with orange juice and zest until well combined.
- Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a baking pan. Brush half of the glaze over the turkey.
- Roast for approximately 13-15 minutes per pound, basting with remaining glaze every hour until juices run clear (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz cooked turkey
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg