Butterflied Turkey Breast With Orzo Currant Stuffin

Name: Butterflied Turkey Breast With Orzo Currant Stuffing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: INGREDIENTS FOR ORZO-CURRANT STUFFING***; 1/2 lb Orzo; 2 c. Chicken stock, up to 3; 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter; 1 x Onion, finely minced; 2 x Cloves garlic; 4 stalk celery, finely minced; 1/2 c. Currants; 1/2 c. Pine nuts, lightly toasted; 1 Tbsp. Fresh thyme, finely minced; 1 tsp Fresh rosemary, finely minced; 1/4 c. Fresh parsley, finely minced Salt and freshly grnd pepper; 1/2 c. Toasted bread crumbs *INGREDIENTS FOR BUTTERFLIED TURKEY BREAST***; 4 lb Turkey breast, butterflied, up to 5; 2 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, softened Salt and freshly grnd pepper

Servings: persons

INGREDIENTS FOR ORZO-CURRANT STUFFING***
1/2 lb Orzo
2 c. Chicken stock, up to 3
2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter
1 x Onion, finely minced
2 x Cloves garlic
4 stalk celery, finely minced
1/2 c. Currants
1/2 c. Pine nuts, lightly toasted
1 Tbsp. Fresh thyme, finely minced
1 tsp Fresh rosemary, finely minced
1/4 c. Fresh parsley, finely minced Salt and freshly grnd pepper
1/2 c. Toasted bread crumbs *INGREDIENTS FOR BUTTERFLIED TURKEY BREAST***
4 lb Turkey breast, butterflied, up to 5
2 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, softened Salt and freshly grnd pepper

1
How to Prepare the Stuffing:Bring the chicken stock to a boil, add in the orzo and cook till al dente, Drain, reserving the stock.
2
Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3
Add in the onion, garlic, celery, currants and cook till softened.
4
Transfer mix to a large bowl, add in the orzo, pine nuts, herbs and bread crumbs and mix till combined.
5
If necessary add in some of the reserved stock to moisten the stuffing and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Let cold before stuffing breast.
7
How to Prepare the Turkey Breast:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lay the breast, skin-side-down, on a cutting board, season the inside with salt and pepper and spread the stuffing proportionately over the surface.
8
Roll the breast up, brush the skin with butter and season with salt and pepper.
9
Tie with butchers string and place in a large baking dish.
10
Roast for 1 1/2-2 hrs or possibly till cooked through.

4120

kcal

Calories

433

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: INGREDIENTS FOR ORZO-CURRANT STUFFING***, 1/2 lb Orzo, 2 c. Chicken stock, up to 3, 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Butterflied Turkey Breast With Orzo Currant Stuffing Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Butterflied Turkey Breast With Orzo Currant Stuffing Recipe

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