How To Make Christmas Turkey Kievs

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat content.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture.

turkey breast

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken is often less expensive than turkey.

gravy

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: store-bought gravy

Mushroom sauce is a flavorful alternative.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.

Add minced garlic, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest; stir until fragrant.

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.

Flatten turkey breast with a meat mallet to an even thickness.

Spread the cooled herb butter mixture onto the turkey.

Roll the turkey tightly around the filling and secure with toothpicks.

Dredge the turkey rolls in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Sear the turkey rolls until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.

Transfer the turkey rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Let the turkey rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Serve with gravy and seasonal vegetables.

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