Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Chipotle and Orange

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Chipotle and Orange
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce; 4 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 fresh or thawed frozen turkey (13 lb.); 1 orange, cut into wedges; 5 bay leaves; 1 pkg. (16 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Bacon; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. water

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 325F.
2
Blend first 4 ingredients in blender until smooth.
3
Remove and discard neck and giblets from turkey cavities.
4
Free legs from tucked position.
5
(Do not cut band of skin.)
6
Place oranges and bay leaves in chest cavity.
7
Use rubber spatula or your fingers to loosen skin over breast, starting at body cavity opening by legs.
8
Rub half the chipotle mixture onto meat under skin on breast, legs and thighs.
9
If necessary, use wooden toothpicks to secure skin at opening.
10
Return legs to tucked position and tie securely with string; turn wings back to hold neck skin in place.
11
Rub remaining chipotle mixture evenly onto turkey skin.
12
Place turkey, breast side up, on flat rack in roasting pan.
13
Top with bacon.
14
(See tip.)
15
Tent turkey with foil.
16
Bake 4 hours or until turkey is done (165 degrees F), uncovering after 3 hours.
17
Remove turkey from pan; tent with foil.
18
Let stand 15 min.
19
before carving.
20
Meanwhile, pour pan drippings into medium saucepan.
21
Discard excess fat.
22
Mix cornstarch and water until blended; gradually stir into drippings.
23
Bring to boil, stirring constantly.
24
Carve turkey.
25
Serve with gravy.

389

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce, 4 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Chipotle and Orange falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Chipotle and Orange

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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