Hello readers, Austin Carter welcomes you to Beyond The Bayou Blog to serve you a mouth-watering yet nutritious recipe: Stuffed Turkey Breast.
My mother has invited some of her friends today for dinner and I am the one who holds the charge to serve them with a delicious dinner. I asked my mother about the dishes we were going to serve today get- together and the first dish that she suggested was Stuffed Turkey Breast.
Guess What? The very next moment I got in my mind that I would serve this with Dirty Rice. She even asked me to serve Crawfish Hushpuppies as appetizers. In the end, I will serve them with Pecan Pie which I know they will definitely love. My mother decided to help me out for the entire process.
So, as you guys know we are all set for today’s party and have already decided how everything is gonna be. Let’s not just waste time and get back to my kitchen where we will create magic today.
What Is Stuffed Turkey Breast?
Stuffed turkey breast is a flavorful dish where boneless turkey breast is filled with tasty stuffing before cooking. The stuffing can vary, but it often includes ingredients like herbs, spices, vegetables, and sometimes grains or nuts. Once the stuffing is added, the turkey breast is rolled up, secured with twine, and roasted until it’s tender and juicy. This dish is a great alternative to a whole turkey for smaller gatherings or when you want a quicker cooking time. It’s versatile, delicious, and perfect for serving as a main course during holidays or special occasions.
These Variations Are Love!
- Customize Your Veggies: Use other veggies you have on hand. I also enjoy making the sauce with mushrooms and kale. Zucchini or yellow squash cubes work well too, or you can even throw in some frozen peas.
- Try Different Flavor Combinations: One of my favorite additions to alfredo sauce is chopped sun-dried tomatoes (the kind packed in oil). Sprinkle some pine nuts and parsley over the top just before serving for an extra burst of flavor. Yum!
- Choose Your Protein: I think chicken works best in this dish, but you could also use ground chicken or ground beef. Just make sure to brown the meat first before following the rest of the instructions.
These tweaks can make the dish uniquely yours and delicious!
What to Serve with Stuffed Turkey Breast?
Pair this amazing recipe with the dishes given below and make your dinner table sound appealing. Although I prefer pairing it with chicken salad the most, the other ones can also work great for you guys.
- Roasted Vegetables
- Fruit Salad
- Crawfish Hushpuppies
- Chicken Salad
- Creamy Pesto Sauce
- Squash Dressing
Stuffed Turkey Breast Recipe
Equipment
- Oven
- Skillet
- Twine or kitchen string
Ingredients
- 1 boneless turkey breast
- 1 tsp creole seasoning
- 1/2 granulated garlic
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup dirty rice
- 1/2 cup cane syrup
- 1/2 cup cane vinegar
- a pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Season turkey breast with creole seasoning, granulated garlic, thyme, and butter.
- Place dirty rice on one side of the turkey breast, roll tightly, and secure with twine.
- Roast in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes until cooked through and still moist.
- In a skillet, heat cane syrup, cane vinegar, and red pepper flakes until boiling, then remove from heat.
- Serve cooked turkey breast with the glaze on the side.
