This quick and elegant Turkey Piccata is a lighter take on the classic Italian dish, perfect for busy weeknights. Thin turkey scaloppine are dredged in a fragrant mixture of flour, dried thyme, and fresh lemon zest, then pan-seared until golden brown and cooked through. The result is tender, juicy meat with a subtle citrus aroma. Finished with a simple butter and olive oil glaze, it offers a sophisticated flavor profile without heavy cream. It pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed green beans. This dish brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen with minimal effort and pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion.
Min: Turkey Piccata
Description
This quick and elegant Turkey Piccata is a lighter take on the classic Italian dish, perfect for busy weeknights. Thin turkey scaloppine are dredged in a fragrant mixture of flour, dried thyme, and fresh lemon zest, then pan-seared until golden brown and cooked through. The result is tender, juicy meat with a subtle citrus aroma. Finished with a simple butter and olive oil glaze, it offers a sophisticated flavor profile without heavy cream. It pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed green beans. This dish brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen with minimal effort and pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the turkey scaloppine between two sheets of plastic wrap or waxed paper; pound gently with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4-inch thick if not already thin.
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In a shallow dish, lightly beat the egg with a fork until blended.
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In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the flour, lemon rind, salt, thyme, and pepper.
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Dip each piece of turkey into the beaten egg, coating thoroughly, then press into the flour mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
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Heat 1 teaspoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add half of the coated turkey pieces to the skillet in a single layer; cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Transfer the cooked turkey to a warm plate; wipe out the skillet with a paper towel.
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Add the remaining butter and olive oil to the skillet; cook the remaining turkey pieces for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and done.
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Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 385.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.2g13%
- Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
- Cholesterol 130.3mg44%
- Sodium 2535.8mg106%
- Total Carbohydrate 23.5g8%
- Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 37.7g76%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
