Turkey Kiev Recipe

Name: Turkey Kiev
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup unsalted butter at room temperature; 1 clove garlic crushed; 1 teaspoon tarragon finely chopped; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest finely; 3 teaspoons lemon juice; 6 ounces turkey breasts; 1/3 cup all purpose flour; 1 large egg lightly whisked; 1 1/2 ounces breadcrumbs; vegetable oil to shallow-fry; broccoli Steamed, to serve; beans Steamed, to serve; lemon wedges to serve

Servings: persons

1/3 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
1 clove garlic crushed
1 teaspoon tarragon finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest finely
3 teaspoons lemon juice
6 ounces turkey breasts
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1 large egg lightly whisked
1 1/2 ounces breadcrumbs
vegetable oil to shallow-fry
broccoli Steamed, to serve
beans Steamed, to serve
lemon wedges to serve

1
Combine butter, garlic, tarragon, zest and juice in a bowl. Shape butter mixture into a log. Cover in plastic wrap and twist ends to enclose. Freeze for 20 minutes or until firm.
2
Using a small sharp knife, cut horizontally into short side of each turkey breast to create a pocket. Slice butter log into 4 equal slices; place 2 slices in each pocket. Secure with a toothpick. Place flour, egg and breadcrumbs in 3 separate shallow bowls. Dip turkey into flour to coat, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Heat oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over moderate heat. Shallow-fry turkey for 2 minutes each side or until golden. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until cooked. Serve turkey with broccoli, beans and lemon wedges.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup unsalted butter at room temperature, 1 clove garlic crushed, 1 teaspoon tarragon finely chopped, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest finely, and more.

Yes, Turkey Kiev 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 Kiev

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