Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Cranberry Sauce

Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Cranberry Sauce

If you’re hosting a smaller Thanksgiving or holiday dinner this year, this Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Cranberry Sauce is the perfect way to enjoy all the festive flavors—without having to cook a whole bird! Juicy, tender turkey breast pairs beautifully with a sweet-tart cranberry sauce made from Stahlbush Island Farms Frozen Cranberries.

Or, if you’re not cooking turkey this year, you can simply make the Maple Cranberry Sauce on its own! It’s quick, easy, and delicious served alongside ham, on a cheese board, or as a homemade touch to bring to your next holiday function.

Whether you’re preparing a full holiday meal or just want a fresh, flavorful sauce to share, this recipe is a delicious, simple way to celebrate the season.

INGREDIENTS

Roasted Turkey Breast

• 1 turkey breast (with bone or boneless, approx. 3-4 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• Black pepper
• ¼ cup butter (room temperature)
• Fresh sage, rosemary, thyme

Maple Cranberry Sauce

• 1 – 10 oz bag of Stahlbush Island Farms Frozen Cranberries
• ¼ cup water
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• Squeeze of fresh orange juice
• Freshly grated orange zest, if desired

INSTRUCTIONS

Turkey Breast:

• Preheat oven to 325º F
• Combine softened butter and herbs to make compound butter.
• Generously season turkey breast with kosher salt and black pepper.
• Rub the compound butter all over the breast and press some underneath the skin
• Add turkey breast to a dutch oven or braiser pan with a lid.
• Position the oven racks so the turkey will sit in the center of the oven. Cook at 325 degrees F for about 14-15 minutes per pound, or until internal temperature (inserted into the thickest part of the breast) reaches 165 degrees.
• Remove the lid and allow the skin to brown for 10 minutes—no longer!
• Allow turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes prior to slicing.
• Serve with the maple cranberry sauce.

Maple Cranberry Sauce:

• Add the frozen cranberries, ¼ cup water, and maple syrup to a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Boil the cranberries for about 2 minutes, until they have begun to pop.
• Remove from heat and add orange juice and orange zest, if desired.

Why We Love It

This recipe captures everything we love about the holidays: fresh, vibrant cranberries grown right here in the USA, the comforting aroma of roasted turkey, and the cozy sweetness of maple syrup. It’s the perfect way to bring farm-fresh flavor to your Thanksgiving or Christmas table, no matter the size of your celebration.