Best 3 Cranberry Stuffed Turkey Breast Recipes

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**Cranberry Stuffed Turkey Breast: A Holiday Feast for the Senses**

As the centerpiece of your holiday feast, cranberry-stuffed turkey breast offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This succulent dish begins with a juicy, tender turkey breast, expertly seasoned and roasted to perfection. The real magic lies within the stuffing, a harmonious union of tart cranberries, savory herbs, and aromatic spices. Encased in golden-brown skin, each bite bursts with a symphony of flavors, leaving you craving more. This article presents a collection of recipes that guide you through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece, ensuring a memorable and delectable holiday meal. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of stuffing and roasting, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to help you achieve a perfectly cooked turkey breast that will steal the show at your dinner table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

STUFFED TURKEY BREAST WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE



Stuffed Turkey Breast With Cranberry Glaze image

Haven't tried this -- posted in response to a request -- but it sounds fabulous and fairly easy too. I clipped this out of the Food section in the Toronto Star newspaper.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 small onion, minced
1 stalk celery, minced
1 small carrot, peeled and grated
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
salt
2 cups dry bread, cubed
1 (6 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 skinless boneless turkey breast, weighing 2 to 3 lbs or 1 to 1-1/2 kg

Steps:

  • To make stuffing, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and saute the onion, celery and carrots for 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
  • Add stock and seasonings; remove from heat.
  • Mix in bread cubes and cool slightly.
  • For glaze, mix all glaze ingredients in a medium-sized bowl; set aside 1/2 cup to serve, cold, with meal.
  • To make turkey, preheat oven to 325F and lightly grease a baking dish or a small roasting pan.
  • Place turkey breast on your cutting board and, holding a knife parallel to the board, slice meat through middle, leaving last inch intact.
  • Open meat like a book and cover with plastic wrap; pound with a meat mallet to even thickness.
  • Cover one side of meat with stuffing.
  • Fold other side over and secure with toothpicks along the edges.
  • Transfer to your baking dish and pour remaining cranberry glaze over.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 60 to 90 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

CRANBERRY STUFFED TURKEY BREAST



Cranberry Stuffed Turkey Breast image

Feel free to make your own stuffing, if you'd rather not use a mix. Adapted from a recipe by Esther Nelson at allrecipes.com.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package herb seasoned stuffing mix
2 skinless boneless turkey breasts
1 1/2 cups dried sweetened cranberries
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup turkey stock or 1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon flour

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. (Optional: add sauteed onions and celery to the stuffing.) Set aside.
  • Butterfly the turkey breasts open, until they lay flat. Place each opened breast between two sheets of waxed paper or heavy plastic, then pound flat with a kitchen mallet; they should be about 1/4" thick.
  • Spread half the stuffing on each breast, to within 1/4" of the edge. Reserve 1/4 c of dried cranberries, and divide the rest between the two breasts. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the stuffing as well. Starting at one narrower end, roll the breast tightly. Tie with kitchen twine in three or four places, then one long one the length of the roll.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet until it shimmers. Brown the rolls on all sides, then transfer to a roasting pan. Add the stock to the bottom of the pan, then dot the top of the rolls with the butter 1 tbsp on each.
  • Roast in a preheated 350°F oven for 1 hour, or until juices run clear when nicked with the tip of a knife. Let rest, tented with foil, 15 minutes. Remove strings, then slice 1/2 to 3/4" thick.
  • Meanwhile, strain the pan juices through a sieve. Melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter in a small saucepan. Add the flour and cook 1 minute until the raw cereal taste is gone. Add the pan juices and whisk constantly until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve sliced roulades with gravy and sprinkled with remaining dried cranberries and the pecan halves.

STUFFED TURKEY BREAST WITH PANCETTA, SAGE PESTO, CRANBERRY GLAZE & SWEET POTATO PURéE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Stuffed Turkey Breast with Pancetta, Sage Pesto, Cranberry Glaze & Sweet Potato Purée Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-74973

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 turkey breasts
2 cups sage
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tablespoon panko
4 slices pancetta
2 large sweet potatoes, diced into 2-inch cubes
2 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/4 cup cranberries

Steps:

  • Sweet potato puree: Bring a pot of water to boil. Boil the sweet potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain the sweet potatoes, mix with butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mash the sweet potatoes. Cranberry glaze: Simmer the cranberries in a small sauce pan under low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. Turkey breast: Marinate the turkey breasts with balsamic vinegar, tamari, olive oil, ground cumin and ground fennel seeds at least 2 hours. Remove the turkey from the marinade and put it between a large piece of plastic wrap. Pound the turkey breast into thin slices. Put sage, toasted pine nuts, shredded Parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper in a small food processor. Slowly drizzle olive oil into the food processor until the sage pesto becomes pasty Spread the sage pesto on turkey breasts. Put a slice of pancetta on each turkey breast. Roll up the turkey breasts and tie with kitchen twine. Roll the tied up turkey breasts in a bed of panko. Heat the oven to 380°F. Sear the turkey breasts in a cast iron pan, 1 minutes each side for all 4 sides. Bake the turkey under the oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let the turkey rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Slice the turkey and place on top of the sweet potato. Drizzle with reduced boiled cranberries and serve.

Tips:

  • Thaw the turkey breast completely before cooking. This will help it cook evenly and prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey breast is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the turkey breast rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • Make sure the cranberries are fresh and plump. Avoid using cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Use a food processor or blender to coarsely chop the cranberries. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the stuffing.
  • Add some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the stuffing for extra flavor and texture.
  • Stuff the turkey breast loosely. Overstuffing can cause the turkey to burst during cooking.
  • Roast the turkey breast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 2-2 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Conclusion:

Cranberry stuffed turkey breast is a delicious and easy-to-make holiday dish. By following these tips, you can ensure that your turkey breast turns out perfectly cooked and flavorful. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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