Turkey cutlets cooked with lemon and sage is a light, flavorful, and healthy meal that is easy to make. The combination of citrus and herbs brings out the natural flavor of the turkey, making it an excellent choice for a weeknight dinner or casual lunch. Whether you are looking for a simple yet elegant dish or a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, this recipe offers a delightful balance of tangy lemon and aromatic sage, all while providing a lean protein source.
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SAGE- AND OREGANO-RUBBED TURKEY WITH HONEY-LEMON GLAZE
Sweet honey, lemon, and fresh herbs create a delicious glaze for this roast turkey, cooked to a glorious golden-brown.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 4h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Move oven rack to lowest position. Heat oven to 325°F. Remove and discard neck and giblets from turkey. Rinse turkey inside and out with cold water; pat dry with paper towels. Fasten neck skin to back of turkey with skewer. Fold wings across back of turkey so tips are touching. In shallow roasting pan, place turkey, breast side up.
- In small bowl, mix sage, oregano, salt, pepper and oil. Rub herb mixture over turkey. Refasten drumsticks with metal piece or tuck under skin at tail. (Drumsticks can also be tied together with cotton string.) Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone.
- Roast uncovered 1 hour. When turkey begins to turn golden brown, place tent of heavy-duty foil over turkey. Roast 2 hours 15 minutes longer.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat glaze ingredients over low heat, stirring occasionally, until honey and butter are melted.
- Cut band of skin or remove tie holding legs to allow inside of thighs to cook thoroughly. Brush turkey with glaze; roast uncovered 10 minutes. Brush with glaze; roast uncovered 10 to 20 minutes longer. Turkey is done when thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted.
- Place turkey on warm platter; cover with foil to keep warm. Let stand 15 minutes for easier carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 185 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 57 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g
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 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.
JUMP IN THE MOUTH TURKEY CUTLETS
Make and share this Jump in the Mouth Turkey Cutlets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Brookelynne26
Categories Poultry
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the flour on a large plate. Top each cutlet with a sage leaf and top with prosciutto and wrap it around the back of the cutlet, pressing gently to adhere.
- Press both sides of a prepared cutlet into flour. Shake off excess, making sure sage and prosciutto stay in place. Place on a plate; repeat with remaining cutlets.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp of the oil over medium heat. Add 4 cutlets, sage side down, and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip cutlets and cook until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer cutlets to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining oil and cutlets. (If the browned bits on the bottom of the pan start to get really dark, lower the heat. Otherwise, the sauce will be bitter.).
- Pour off any excess oil, add wine, and briskly simmer, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan, until wine is almost evaporated. Add broth and briskly simmer until reduced by about two thirds, about 3 minutes. Stir in butter and lemon juice; season with salt, if needed, and pepper. Pour sauce over cutlets (on a bed of arugula, if you like) and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 125, Sodium 126.8, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 42.4
LEMON TURKEY CUTLETS
Make and share this Lemon Turkey Cutlets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cutlets between 2 sheets of heavy duty plastic wrap, flatten to 1/8 inch thickness, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Dredge in flour, set aside.
- Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick frypan over medium heat until hot.
- Add half of the cutlets, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
- Transfer cutlets to a serving platter, keep warm.
- Repeat procedure with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and cutlets.
- Sprinkle cutlets with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- If desired, garnish with lemon slices and fresh sage sprigs.
SAGE TURKEY CUTLETS (SALBEISCHNITZEL)
I discovered this quick but elegant recipe in the German cooking magazine, Schoner Essen. Translated directly from the German (click on the conversion button to obtain US measurements instantly).
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings.
- Heat a skillet and sweat the onions in 2 Tbsp of oil, covered, until they look translucent.
- Add the red wine and the sugar and cook together 5-8 minutes, uncovered.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- In another pan, heat 2 Tbsp oil and over fairly high heat brown turkey cutlets 2-3 minutes per side, or until almost cooked through.
- Lower the heat and add the butter and the sage leaves and cook enough to heat through and to cook turkey completely (but be sure not to overcook or cutlets will get too dry).
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Set the cutlets, drizzled with any extra pan sauce, on serving plates and top with a bit of the red onions.
- You may use boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded very thin- but adjust cooking times.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1116.3, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 505, Sodium 457.4, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 192.8
Tips:
- Use a meat mallet: Pound the turkey cutlets thin to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
- Season the turkey well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for a flavorful dish.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the turkey cutlets in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure they cook evenly.
- Cook over medium heat: Cooking the turkey cutlets over medium heat prevents them from overcooking and becoming tough.
- Baste the turkey cutlets: Basting the turkey cutlets with the cooking juices helps keep them moist and flavorful.
- Add the lemon and sage towards the end: Adding the lemon and sage towards the end of cooking preserves their fresh, vibrant flavor.
Conclusion:
This flavorful and juicy turkey cutlets with lemon and sage dish is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The combination of zesty lemon, aromatic sage, and tender turkey creates a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad, for a complete and satisfying meal.
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