Sometimes cooking an entire turkey is super intimidating or even unnecessary. I think enjoying a turkey breast that is still juicy and full of flavor is perfect for a Friendsgiving, Christmas, or hosting a special dinner. It’s a simple way to feed a crowd with traditional foods that aren’t complicated or require a full day of cooking.
I always love the idea of stuffing meat but don’t often to it. I often think you need a special occasion to do it. This dish has shown me though that it is simple enough to do, especially if you want to elevate a meat that is simple to cook. You’ll trick everyone into thinking you’re a super star chef!
Ingredients:
2 large turkey breasts
String for cooking
Stuffing Ingredients:
1 fennel bulb, diced
3 stalks of celery, diced
2 cups of kale
1 tsp of oregano
1 tsp of onion powder
1 tsp of paprika
1 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of pepper
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- Slice turkey breast in half, lengthwise in order to create room to stuff it
- Saute fennel, onion, celery, kale, and spices until soft for the filling
- Stuff turkey breast with filling mixture
- Tie breast with cooking string or place toothpicks to ensure the breasts stay closed while cooking
- Let cook for 20 minutes per pound
- Slice and serve