Turkey Scaloppine with Lemon
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly tender, this Turkey Scaloppine with Lemon is a flavorful weeknight dinner that tastes like it’s straight from a gourmet kitchen. Thinly pounded turkey cutlets are dredged in a light flour coating and pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a tangy lemon-garlic sauce with a touch of chicken broth for a balanced richness. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional briny capers elevates the dish with herbaceous and savory notes. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, pairs wonderfully with sides like silky mashed potatoes, buttery pasta, or crisp, steamed vegetables. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, citrus-infused main course, this dish is sure to impress your family and guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Turkey cutlets
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cups Chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Capers (optional)
Instructions
Place the turkey cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4-inch thick.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each turkey cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the turkey cutlets in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce.
Stir in the lemon zest, parsley, and capers (if using). Return the turkey cutlets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat. Let them heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the turkey to serving plates. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the cutlets and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve immediately, pairing with your choice of side dishes such as pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 58.9 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 3076 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 129.2 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1737 mg | 37% | |
*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.
