Best 6 Apple Almond Stuffed Turkey Recipes
Are you looking for a delicious and unique way to cook your Thanksgiving turkey? Apple almond stuffed turkey is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of sweet apples, crunchy almonds, and savory turkey. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With the right recipe, you can create a moist and flavorful turkey that is sure to impress. In this article, we will provide you with tips and tricks for cooking apple almond stuffed turkey, including selecting the right ingredients, preparing the stuffing, and cooking the turkey to perfection. We will also provide you with a detailed recipe that you can follow to create this delicious dish.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
APPLE-ALMOND STUFFED TURKEY
I found this terrific recipe a few years back and tried it our on some friends at a dinner party. Everyone enjoyed the combination of flavors and unique ingredients. It has become my "staple". The currants and apples give the stuffing a nice sweet flavor, and the almonds add crunch. -Laurel McLennan, Medicine Hat, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h40m
Yield 12 servings (12 cups stuffing).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cut bread into 1/2-in. cubes and place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 225° for 30-40 minutes, tossing occasionally until partially dried. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute the next 10 ingredients in butter until onions and apples are tender, about 15 minutes. , Transfer to a large bowl. Add the bread cubes, almonds, currants, broth and juice; toss well. , Just before baking, stuff the turkey. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 4-1/2 to 5 hours or until thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing. When the turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with foil and baste if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 778 calories, Fat 30g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 230mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 87g protein.
HERB AND APPLE STUFFING
Serve Ina Garten's crowd-pleasing stuffing at your Thanksgiving feast: Herb and Apple Stuffing from Food Network.
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 2h50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Put the bread cubes on a 13 by 18 by 1-inch baking sheet and bake them in the oven for 7 minutes.
- In a large saute pan, melt the butter and add the onion, celery, apples, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Saute for 10 minutes, until the mixture is soft.
- Combine the bread cubes and cooked vegetables in a large bowl and add the chicken stock, and almonds, if desired.
- Place the stuffing into the main cavity of the turkey and into the neck of the bird. I cook a 12-pound turkey for 2 1/2 hours at 350 degrees F in a preheated oven. Make sure the stuffing in the cavity is secured by wrapping the legs tightly with string.
APPLE AND ALMOND STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
Make and share this Apple and Almond Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nicazz
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In skillet, melt margarine, saute apple, margarine, almonds, and cinnamon until apple is tender, around 5 minutes.
- Flatten chicken breasts. Top with apple mixture, roll and secure with toothpicks.
- Dip into egg white mixture, then into bread crumbs.
- In a skillet, heat oil, saute breasts until browned on all sides. Place in a baking dish.
- Sauce:.
- In small saucepan, melt margarine. Add flour, cook with stirring for 1 minute.
- Add apple juice, stock, cinnamon, brown sugar. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Pour over chicken, cover, and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 93.2, Sodium 277.5, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 9.6, Protein 34
APPLE ALMOND STUFFING
Everyone always enjoys the combination of unique ingredients in this recipe. The currants and raisins give it a nice, sweet flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h
Yield 16 servings (12 cups stuffing).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut bread into 1/2-in. cubes and place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 225° for 30-40 minutes or until partially dried, tossing occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, apple, ham, celery and seasonings in butter for 15 minutes or until onions and apples are tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the bread cubes, almonds, currants, broth and juice; toss well. , Place in a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
APPLE-STUFFED TURKEY
This simple recipe takes the headache out of holiday baking. There are only three ingredients, and no basting or constant checking is required.
Provided by meezermex
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Whole Turkey Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- If necessary, unbind legs of turkey. Rinse and dry turkey with paper towels. Place turkey into a roasting pan with a lid, and rub the oil all over the turkey, inside and out. Stuff the body and neck cavities of the turkey with the apple quarters; arrange whole apples around the turkey in the roasting pan. Scatter any extra apple quarters into the pan. Cover the roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven until the skin is browned and the meat is beginning to separate from the legs, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Remove lid in last 20 minutes of roasting if needed to brown skin. Use pan drippings for gravy, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 211.6 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 73 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 177.4 mg, Sugar 20.5 g
BAKED APPLES STUFFED WITH CRANBERRIES AND ALMONDS
Serve these tender apples with a sweet-tart filling alongside roasted turkey or pork, a delicious pairing with the apples' hint of cardamom - though you could substitute cinnamon. They make a great stuffing alternative for those who don't eat wheat or gluten. They're also tasty for breakfast, snack or dessert -- perhaps with whipped cream. From Whole Foods "the Whole Deal" monthly newsletter.
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Apple
Time 1h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Cut 1/2 inch off the top of the apples and reserve tops. Use a paring knife or spoon to hollow out the apples, leaving about a 1/2-inch thick wall and base. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add cranberries, honey, cardamom, dates and orange juice and zest and cook until the cranberries begin to collapse and liquid thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in almonds.
- Spoon cranberry mixture into apples then replace the apple tops. Put into a small baking dish filled with 1/4 inch water, cover with foil and bake until tender, 15 to 30 minutes (depending on apples).
- Uncover, and carefully pour off the water and continue baking until very tender and golden, 10 to 15 minutes more.
Tips:
- Prep the Turkey Properly: Ensure the turkey is completely thawed and at room temperature before stuffing and cooking. Pat it dry inside and out to prevent splattering and promote even cooking.
- Choose Flavorful Stuffing Ingredients: Use a combination of aromatic herbs, savory spices, and moist ingredients like fruits, nuts, and bread cubes to create a flavorful stuffing that complements the turkey.
- Don't Overstuff the Turkey: Overstuffing can lead to uneven cooking and a dry turkey. Aim to fill the cavity loosely, leaving space for the stuffing to expand during cooking.
- Secure the Stuffing: Use skewers or kitchen twine to secure the neck and cavity openings of the turkey, preventing the stuffing from spilling out during cooking.
- Roast at the Right Temperature: Roast the turkey at a high temperature initially to brown the skin, then reduce the heat to cook the turkey evenly throughout. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F.
- Let the Turkey Rest: Once the turkey is cooked, let it rest for about 15-20 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful turkey.