Cranberry Glazed Turkey Recipe

Name: Cranberry Glazed Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large garlic cloves, sliced; 2 medium onions, cut in half and then in quarters; 2 turkey thighs (2 pounds); 8 ounces fresh cranberries; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1 orange with the skin and pith cut off; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

3 large garlic cloves, sliced
2 medium onions, cut in half and then in quarters
2 turkey thighs (2 pounds)
8 ounces fresh cranberries
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 orange with the skin and pith cut off
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

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1. Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
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2. Place onions and garlic in a 10-inch cast iron pan. Rinse turkey thighs and place on top of onions and garlic.
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3. In a blender, combine cranberries, maple syrup, orange, water, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, peppercorns, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Pour over turkey, onions, and garlic.
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4. Bake for 1 hour, turn the turkey once, and then back clearing the sauce from the top of the thigh. Brush thighs with olive oil and bake another 30-40 minutes. (Baking with the sauce on for the first hour helps lock in moisture. Brushing with olive oil makes crisps the turkey and makes it more visually appealing.)
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5. Garnish with parsley. Serve.

401

kcal

Calories

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large garlic cloves, sliced, 2 medium onions, cut in half and then in quarters, 2 turkey thighs (2 pounds), 8 ounces fresh cranberries, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Glazed Turkey 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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Cranberry Glazed Turkey

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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