Description
Delight in the flavors of the holiday season with the Best special occasion Stuffed Turkey Breast. This show-stopping dish features a savory cream cheese and herb filling, perfectly complementing tender turkey meat. With just 20 minutes of preparation and a quick cooking time, this recipe is ideal for both seasoned chefs and novice cooks looking to impress family and friends at festive gatherings. The blend of fresh spinach, turkey bacon, and aromatic herbs creates a mouthwatering experience that will become a cherished tradition at your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.75–3 pounds turkey breast or tenderloins
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/3 cup chopped turkey bacon
- Fresh herbs (parsley, rosemary, thyme)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Melted butter for basting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped spinach, turkey bacon, and seasonings until well blended.
- Cut a pocket into the turkey breast and evenly stuff it with the filling.
- Rub melted butter over the outside of the turkey breast and season with salt and pepper.
- Place in a baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Allow to rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg