Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Smothered Turkey Chops, a Southern classic that’s perfect for any occasion. These tender turkey cutlets are drenched in a rich and savory gravy that elevates their taste, making every bite irresistible. With just 15 minutes of prep time and under an hour in total, you can whip up this delightful dish on busy weeknights or serve it during family gatherings. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or pasta to create a customizable meal that satisfies everyone at the table. This recipe will quickly become a favorite for its simplicity, flavor, and heartwarming appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 turkey cutlets
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon turkey seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (divided)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ onion (sliced)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (minced)
- 2–3 cups chicken stock
Instructions
- Pat the turkey cutlets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine turkey seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder; rub onto the turkey cutlets.
- Mix remaining seasoning with flour in a shallow bowl; coat each cutlet thoroughly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; sear the cutlets for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté onions, mushrooms, minced garlic, and thyme in the same skillet for about 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Melt butter in the skillet; add seasoned flour and whisk until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in chicken stock until slightly thickened; season with salt and pepper.
- Add turkey cutlets back to the skillet and spoon gravy over them; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Serve hot over your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turkey chop (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg