Best Cajun Turkey Scallopini Recipes

TURKEY SCALLOPINI WITH MARSALA SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, mix flour, salt and pepper. Add turkey cutlets, one at a time, close bag and shake to coat., In a large skillet; heat oil over medium heat. Add turkey; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink. Remove from pan. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup. Stir in butter until melted. Return turkey to pan; heat through. Serve with cheese and, if desired, linguine.

TURKEY SCALLOPINI WITH CREAMY LEMON SAUCE

Steps:

• Cut the turkey breast tenderloins into cutlets: Place a turkey breast tenderloin on a cutting board and hold it flat with the palm of your hand. With the other hand, using a sharp knife, slice the turkey tenderloin horizontally into two even ¼-inch thick pieces. Set aside.
• In a shallow bowl combine coconut flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• In another shallow bowl combine pork rind panko crumbs and grated parmesan cheese.
• In a third bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
• Set a large frying pan over medium high heat and add 2 tablespoons butter.
• Dredge turkey cutlets in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture, and finally coat each cutlet with the crumbs mixture.
• Once the butter is melted, add 2 of the turkey cutlets to the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per each side, or until internal temperature of the cutlets registers between 162˚F and 165˚F. Do not forcefully try to flip the cutlets; if there's resistance, it means that it's not done cooking. Give it a minute before trying again. The cooking time will depend on the thickness of the cutlets.
• Repeat with the remaining turkey cutlets, adding 2 more tablespoons butter to the skillet.
• When done, remove cutlets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
• TO MAKE THE SAUCE:
• Wipe down the skillet; return skillet to the heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter.
• To the melted butter add the garlic and cook for 20 seconds, or until fragrant.
• Whisk in the chicken broth and lemon juice; bring mixture to a boil and cook until liquid is reduced by half.
• Whisk in the heavy cream; continue to whisk until fully combined and heated through.
• Taste sauce for salt and pepper; adjust accordingly.
• Pour the sauce over the cutlets.
• Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
• Serve.

TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• Flatten turkey to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat egg and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and cheese. , Dredge turkey in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture and coat with crumbs. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook turkey for 2-3 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink and coating is golden brown. Sprinkle with parsley.

CAJUN TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• Combine flour and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish; dredge turkey cutlets in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook turkey in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer turkey to a serving platter and keep warm.
• Add wine and remaining Cajun seasoning to the skillet; cook until liquid is reduced by half, stirring to loosen particles from the bottom of the skillet, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle sauce over turkey. Serve immediately.

TURKEY SCALOPPINE WITH MUSHROOOMS

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, thyme and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté until mushrooms are golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add Marsala and boil 3 minutes. Add broth and reduce by 1/2, about 12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Heat 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Dredge turkey in flour; tap off excess. Add turkey to skillet and cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to plates and keep warm.
• Place sauce back on heat. Bring to simmer and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over turkey. Sprinkle with chives and serve.