Turkey Cutlets with Mushroom and Water Chestnut Stu

Name: Turkey Cutlets with Mushroom and Water Chestnut Stuffing and Pan Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices marble rye bread; 4 tablespoons softened butter, divided; 2 1/2 pounds turkey breast cutlets; Salt and pepper; 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning, divided; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 quart turkey broth (recommended: College Inn brand) or, chicken stock (recommended: Kitchen Basics in a re-sealable paper box); 1 pound button mushrooms, chopped; 2 ribs celery, from the heart, chopped with leafy green tops; 1 cup water chestnuts, 1 small can, drained, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 3 scallions, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

6 slices marble rye bread
4 tablespoons softened butter, divided
2 1/2 pounds turkey breast cutlets
Salt and pepper
3 teaspoons poultry seasoning, divided
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart turkey broth (recommended: College Inn brand) or, chicken stock (recommended: Kitchen Basics in a re-sealable paper box)
1 pound button mushrooms, chopped
2 ribs celery, from the heart, chopped with leafy green tops
1 cup water chestnuts, 1 small can, drained, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

1
Turn the broiler to high and toast the bread on both sides.
2
Butter the toasted bread liberally with softened butter.
3
Switch oven to bake and preheat to 375 degrees F.
4
Season the turkey cutlets with salt, pepper and 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning just eyeball it.
5
In a large skillet, brown turkey cutlets on each side over medium-high heat in 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
6
Transfer the cutlets to a shallow baking dish and add 1 cup broth to keep meat moist.
7
Transfer cutlets to oven, loosely tented with foil, to continue cooking through.
8
To skillet that you browned the cutlets in, add 2 tablespoons butter and melt it over medium heat.
9
Add flour to butter and cook a minute or two more.
10
Whisk in about 2 cups turkey broth or chicken stock and allow it to thicken up, 5 minutes.
11
Season the gravy with salt and pepper and poultry seasoning, to your taste.
12
Preheat a second skillet, over medium high heat and 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan.
13
Add chopped mushrooms and brown 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
14
Season mushrooms with salt and pepper.
15
Add celery, water chestnuts and bell pepper as you get them chopped.
16
Continue to cook until veggies are all tender, another 5 minutes.
17
Add scallions and herbs.
18
Cut bread into cubes and add.
19
Moisten stuffing with 1 cup broth or stock.
20
Transfer to a serving dish.
21
Use an ice cream scoop to portion out the stuffing at the table.
22
Top mounds of stuffing with turkey cutlets and gravy, serve with sugar snap peas and brown rice or other vegetable side dishes of your choice.

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices marble rye bread, 4 tablespoons softened butter, divided, 2 1/2 pounds turkey breast cutlets, Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Turkey Cutlets with Mushroom and Water Chestnut Stuffing and Pan Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Turkey Cutlets with Mushroom and Water Chestnut Stuffing and Pan Gravy

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