Indulge in the delectable flavors of tender turkey cutlets elegantly coated in a luscious lemon sauce. This symphony of flavors is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its perfect balance of tangy citrus, aromatic herbs, and velvety smooth sauce. Accompanying this main course are two delightful side dishes: a vibrant and refreshing lemon-herb quinoa that bursts with zesty flavors, and a medley of roasted vegetables that showcase the natural sweetness of seasonal produce. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a weeknight meal that's both flavorful and healthy, this trio of recipes is guaranteed to impress.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TURKEY BREAST WITH LEMON AND CAPER SAUCE
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 3h30m
Yield about 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Let the turkey breasts stand at room temperature for 1 hour prior to cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Fit a baking sheet with a wire rack.
- Pat the turkey breasts dry and season heavily with salt and pepper all over. Put the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Sear the breasts skin-side down until light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip the breasts over and add the garlic, thyme, rosemary and 4 tablespoons of the butter to the skillet. Once the butter has melted, use a spoon to baste the turkey breasts with the herb and garlic infused butter for 30 seconds.
- Transfer the breasts to the rack on the baking sheet, pour the butter and herb mixture over the breasts and cook, basting every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the breast reaches 160 degrees F, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Transfer to a cutting board, tent with aluminum foil and rest for 15 minutes.
- Deglaze the skillet that the breasts were seared in with the white wine over medium-high heat, then reduce until almost dry, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the turkey stock and reduce by 90 percent, another 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the remaining 6 tablespoons butter, keeping the mixture creamy and emulsified. Once all the butter is incorporated, add the capers, parsley, lemon zest and shallot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the turkey and transfer it to a platter. Pour some sauce over the slices and serve the rest of the sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh herb sprigs if desired.
TURKEY CUTLETS WITH LEMON SAUCE
This came from a recipe card at the grocery store. A very quick to prepare, light and flavorful dish. Excellent served with mushroom rice (or risotto) and a steamed vegetable. Great for a fabulous weeknight meal.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Lemon
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place turkey cutlets between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallot or rolling pin until 1/4" thick.
- Sprinkle cutlets with salt and pepper.
- Grate peel of one lemon to make 1/2 tsp zest; cut lemon and squeeze to make 2 tbsp juice.
- Cut second lemon into thin slices and set aside.
- Combine chicken broth and cornstarch in small bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a 12" skillet over med high heat.
- Saute cutlets 3 minutes per side.
- Remove to a platter and keep warm.
- Add lemon juice, lemon zest and lemon slices to skillet.
- Add garlic.
- Stir and cook 30 seconds.
- Add broth mixture; reduce heat to medium and boil 1 minute.
- Pour over cutlets, garnish with parsley.
TURKEY BREAST PICCATA
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Fit a sheet tray with paper towels and a rack and set aside.
- Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add a splash of cold water and whisk to blend. In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and cheese. Sprinkle the turkey slices on both sides with salt and dip each thoroughly in the eggs, then thoroughly in the breadcrumbs. Place the turkey cutlets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter begins to froth. Add the turkey in a single layer and cook on the first side until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Gently turn on its second side and cook until cooked through, an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with tongs to the rack to drain slightly. Repeat with the remaining turkey.
- In the skillet where the turkey was cooked, add the capers, caper brine, lemon zest and juice. Simmer the sauce for 1 minute, stirring to catch all the bits of cooked meat and breadcrumbs. Remove to a bowl and add the parsley leaves, then spoon the sauce over the turkey.
TURKEY CUTLETS WITH LEMON AND SAGE
It is not without some trepidation that I post this recipe. Firstly, I make it all the time, and I don't know if our day-to-day meals can stand public scrutiny. Secondly, this is also our traditional Thanksgiving dinner. I don't know how it is with other American expatriates, but for me, especially in the beginning, Thanksgiving was the hardest day ... so many happy memories. But the old Gourmet came up with this recipe, and the introduction said something like: if you find yourself alone for Thanksgiving, enjoy the tranquility and make something simple but good. Or something like that. They suggested serving the turkey with dirty rice dressing and green beans with finely-chopped mushrooms. And even without the cranberries and pumpkin pie (ouch), eating turkey on Thanksgiving does make one feel better. So here it goes ... I hope it makes you feel better, too.
Provided by MariaLuisa
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For the marinade combine the lemon juice, mustard, and cayenne or Tabasco in a bowl.
- Add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the marinade until it is emulsified. Stir in the sage.
- Flatten the turkey slices to 1/4 inch between sheets of wax paper or plastic wrap with a mallet or rolling pin.
- Place the turkey slices in a shallow glass dish, pour the marinade over them, and marinate, covered, for 25 minutes, turning once.
- (Alternatively, you can flatten the slices after marinating them, but you may need to add a tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet when you cook them.).
- Discard the marinade. In a large heavy skillet sautè the cutlets over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- Transfer the cutlets to a platter and garnish with the lemon wedges and parsley.
TURKEY CUTLETS IN ANCHOVY-LEMON SAUCE
Provided by Jacques Pepin
Categories dinner, main course
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To bone the turkey breast, first remove the wings at the joints; set them aside to use in another recipe. Pull off the skin and discard it or prepare it as crackling. Cut around the breastbone and remove the meat from each side in one large piece. Cut each piece lengthwise on a slant into 3 large steaks, each about 3/8 inch thick, and pound them lightly to make them equal in size. Set aside.
- Drain the anchovies, reserving the oil. You should have about 2 tablespoons of oil. Chop the anchovies coarsely, and put them in a bowl. Toss with the lemon juice, and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
- At cooking time, heat the butter and anchovy oil in one large skillet or two smaller ones. Sprinkle the cutlets with salt and pepper. When the butter and oil are hot, add the cutlets and saute for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. They should still be pink inside.
- Transfer the cutlets to an oven-proof tray and add the anchovy-lemon juice mixture to the juices in the skillets. Mix well and pour over the cutlets. Put in the oven for at least 15 minutes. At that point, if not serving immediately, reduce the heat to 170 to 180 degrees and serve within 30 to 40 minutes, garnished with the parsley.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1270, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 188 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1693 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram
TURKEY CUTLETS WITH LEMON-CAPER SAUCE
In this easy yet elegant dinner recipe a buttery lemon-caper wine sauce is served over pan-fried turkey cutlets.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper; coat both sides of turkey cutlets in mixture.
- In 12-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter and the oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey in batches; cook 3 minutes, turning once, or until turkey is no longer pink in center. Remove to serving plate; cover to keep warm.
- Add wine, lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon butter to skillet; stir to loosen particles from bottom of skillet. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in garlic, chopped parsley and capers; spoon over turkey. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg
Tips:
- To ensure the turkey cutlets are cooked evenly, flatten them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken or turkey stock instead of water in the lemon sauce.
- Add a teaspoon of dried oregano or thyme to the lemon sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve the turkey cutlets immediately after cooking to prevent them from drying out.
- Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and freshness.
Conclusion:
Turkey cutlets with lemon sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a healthy and flavorful option that is sure to please the whole family. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this dish is a great choice for busy weeknights. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal. This dish is also a good source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
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