Turkey and Leeks a La Llani
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with Turkey and Leeks à La Llani, a creamy and comforting one-skillet dish that blends tender turkey breast with the sweet, delicate flavor of caramelized leeks. This recipe features a luscious Dijon mustard and thyme-infused cream sauce, enhanced by the savory richness of Parmesan cheese, making it irresistibly indulgent yet simple to prepare in just 45 minutes. Perfectly portioned for a family of four, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread, creating a meal that's both satisfying and elegant. With its easy-to-follow steps and wholesome ingredients, Turkey and Leeks à La Llani is destined to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb turkey breast, boneless and skinless
- 3 whole (large) leeks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken or turkey stock
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Rinse the leeks thoroughly to remove any grit or dirt between the layers. Slice them into thin rounds, discarding the dark green tops and keeping the white and light green sections.
Cut the turkey breast into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the turkey pieces in a single layer and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the sliced leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream, chicken or turkey stock, Dijon mustard, and thyme leaves to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Return the browned turkey pieces to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the turkey to cook through. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of stock to adjust the consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the turkey and leek mixture, stirring to melt it into the sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with additional thyme if desired. This dish pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
573 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 152 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 767 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
