I made this turkey piccata with thyme for the family last week because I’m trying to incorporate more lean proteins into our meals this year, and turkey actually has more protein, fewer calories and less total fat and cholesterol than chicken does. So now you know!
My daughter, who is the queen of health and fitness includes turkey in her training meals each and every week, so that’s further proof to me that it’s good-for-you. She’s a smart cookie, that one.
This recipe was created in partnership with Shady Brook Farms, but all opinions are my own.
This turkey piccata recipe does not include capers, and I’ll tell you why. I hate them with a passion. They’re like little exploding bullets of disgusting pickled saltiness, and I simply ain’t havin’ that in my turkey piccata.
BUT if you insist on having it in yours, I won’t be mad.
You do you.
I’ll do thyme. It smells great, tastes great and has enough flavor oomph to make up for the good riddance of the capers.
To make this turkey piccata with thyme recipe, start with some great quality turkey breast cutlets, like these from Shady Brook Farms. They raise their turkeys without growth-promoting antibiotics, so I feel good about using them to prepare savory, nutritious, and healthful meals for my family. It’s also budget-friendly, which is really important to me since I have two more mouths to feed around here now.
Place the turkey breast cutlets between two sheets of waxed paper, and using the flat side of a tenderizer, gently pound and flatten to about 1/4-inch thickness. You may want to cut them in half after pounding too.
Next you’ll sprinkle the turkey with salt and pepper, dredge in flour, and then saute for about 3-4 minutes per side or until done. Pssst, always cook turkey to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once the turkey is done, set it aside and keep it warm while you prepare the piccata sauce.
Spoon some sauce over the turkey cutlets, and garnish as desired. All that’s left to do now is dig in!
Turkey Piccata
Ingredients
- 4 Shady Brook Farms turkey breast cutlets
- ½ cup + 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ½ tablespoons butter divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 medium garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup dry white wine I used Pinot Grigio
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh thyme minced
- 1 tsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley minced
Instructions
- Place each turkey breast half between 2 sheets of waxed paper; pound to 1/4-inch thickness with flat meat tenderizer.
- Place 1/2 cup flour in small bowl. Sprinkle turkey cutlets with salt and pepper on each side, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter to melt and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add turkey to pan; sauté 3-4 minutes until golden brown on each side.Check for doneness. Remove from pan; keep warm.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in pan over medium heat. Add garlic; stir and sauté 1 minute. Add wine; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Add 1/2 cup broth, lemon juice and thyme and let cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to let sauce reduce to about half.
- In separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup broth and 1 teaspoon flour until smooth. Add to sauce. Cook one minute or until it begins to thicken, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and whisk in remaining butter and parsley.
- Arrange turkey cutlets on plates. Spoon sauce over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Shady Brook Farms and Honeysuckle White turkey products include ground turkey, turkey sausage and turkey breasts. You’ll find Honeysuckle White available in select states, and if you’re an East Coast’er like me, look for the sister label, Shady Brook Farms.
I hope you enjoy this Turkey Piccata with Thyme recipe. Happy eating!
Debbie says
Chicken Piccata is my most favorite Italian Dish. I love the lemon so much. I am excited to try the turkey version and I can happily loose the capers though they don’t bother me to see what the dish tastes like with the Thyme. I am Gluten Free and try to avoid any starches like the flour, so I would simply cook the turkey plain, but if I am wanting a little of that breaded texture I would simply use a nut flour. Sounds great!
Jamie says
That looks delicious – my husband would love it! Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty
Helene says
This looks like a yummy way to eat more turkey!
Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says
I love chicken piccata and this turkey version looks great! A great way to change things up a bit. I don’t hate capers but my husband is kind-of “meh” on them so he would be happy they were left out here 🙂
brianna says
That looks delish!!!! I love chicken piccata.
Amber NElson says
That looks really amazing. We just happen to have some turkey in the fridge to experiment with!
Whitney Abigail says
Omg this looks so good, definitely need to try it out.
Adriana says
Wow this looks amazing! Not helping the fact that I am STARVING right now haha! This needs to be added to the dinner menu!
Jasmine Watts says
Yummm.. It looks delicious!! Thanks for sharing this recipe and I will try it in my kitchen too!!
Eve Redmond says
Oh my gosh this looks amazing! I’m not usually a thyme fan but I definitely want to give this a go.
Jasmine Watts says
This looks so delicious! I will try this recipe in my kitchen by following mentioned instructions!! Thanks for sharing!!
Tara | C&CO. says
I have always had a hard time making turkey taste good. I don’t eat meat now, but maybe this would have worked!
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says
I just love turkey anyway I can get it. This recipe looks just absolutely delicious!
John Lopez says
This looks so incredibly delicious! Thanks for sharing this sweet recipe.
Marielle Altenor says
LOL That’s hilarious! I only recently tried capers and it’s really not as horrid as I had imagine them to be! Your turkey piccata recipe looks so delicious! Maybe I will make this and add some capers 😛 hahaha
WhatLauraLoves says
Ooh I hope that this will work well with chicken as I’d love to recreate it! xxx
Janell @ Saving You Dinero says
I have never thought about making this meal with turkey. I totally need to try it!
Kristina says
I love thyme. I use it when I roast my turkey. This recipe looks absolutely delicious. I want to make this!
Colette S says
Thyme is a beautiful herb.
I would enjoy this recipe. Just wish someone would cook it for me first and then I’d make it myself.
Thanks for the recipe
Tracey says
This recipe looks great. I actually have some turkey breasts in the fridge that I was unsure of what to do with – this recipe is perfect!
leeshastarr says
Oh this looks so yummy! I’ll have to try this out. Thanks for sharing.
Ana Fernandez says
Oh my gosh! This looks so incredibly delicious! Thanks for sharing the easy recipe! | carmelapop.com
Cara (@StylishGeek) says
I do not have that many Turkey recipes which is why I appreciate you sharing this recipe! Will definitely give it a try! Thanks!
Natasha Mairs says
My husband would love this. The sauce looks really nice too
Top5life says
The presentation of the food looks awesome. Would love to try it out.
Ora Lee Gurr says
The presentation for the recipe looks as good as it sounds. Your instructions make it easy to prepare and serve the turkey piccata with thyme in no time at all. I’ll be sure to drop your name as my family goes ballistic over the taste and new idea of “what’s for dinner.”
Ann Bacciaglia says
This recipe looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to make this on the weekend.
Amy Jones says
This looks incredible and very delicious love the pics it makes me want to eat it now!
Life as Mum says
Oh wow that sounds and looks so delicious!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh yum this sounds like a meal I really need to try – delicious, warm and yum! x
Rachel says
Oh this is something a little more exciting to do with turkey, thanks for the idea x
Rosey says
What a great way to showcase the turkey. Serving this would be a great way to get out of the dinner rut!
Brandy says
I have never heard of piccata before. Interesting. I must try to make this!
Jeanine says
Wow, this looks incredible. I haven’t ever had anything like this before. I need to give it a try though, that looks so good and I love turkey.
Maddie says
Yum! I so wanna try this. I’ve never had turkey piccata before.
Claudette says
Never had this dish but thyme is a staple seasoning in my house.
Nikki says
Yummy! Turkey Piccata is my one of favorite dishes, I’m sure my family would also love this.
Lexie Lane says
So great and nice recipe. I guess I’ll make this tomorrow for dinner or lunch.
Teresa Bowen says
Another great recipe added to my list of must tries. It looks really simple and sounds delicious, my favourite combination
Jessica says
I guess I need to make one this later. You had a nice recipe here. So inviting! 🙂
Tatanisha Pitts-Worthey says
I seldom cook turkey but this looks so good. I’m pretty sure my husband and the rest of my boys would love to try this.
travel blogger says
This looks so good! I am not a very good cook, but I think I might be able to pull this off. Thanks for sharing!
Tanya Brannan says
This looks absolutely amazing! I have already printed off the recipe and intend trying it this week
Tx
Annemarie LeBlanc says
This looks like a great recipe to try. My kids are not really big on turkey, but I think they will love it if I prepare it this way. I could also try this with chicken or pork.
Erlene says
I love capers and would totally add them in 🙂 Although I’m sure the recipe is tasty without them.
Elizabeth says
Oh gosh this sounds amazing and I am loving that white plate!
Kiwi says
Im drooling! The thyme I know adds a big flavor to this dish!
Anne | Girl Chasing Sunshine says
I don’t like capers too! Thyme sounds like a good substitute. This recipe is heavenly healthy!
Miles L. says
I always love turkey more than chicken. Thanks for giving me more reasons to love turkey! This recipe looks awesome.
jessica says
I’ve only ever had turkey as part of a christmas dinner. but this looks delicious. i’ll have to give it a try.
Mardene Carr says
I have never eaten turkey and can’t seem to bring myself to do so….I know it is good for the body and perhaps one day I will be less chicken and try it…LOL
nicole escat says
This is totally looks delicious! I am finding a new recipe I’m so glad you share this.
Crystal says
We are tring to ditch red meat as ofte as possible. This turkey recipe sounds awesome!
rika says
yum… this piccata recipe looks delicious! Never had piccata with Turkey, can’t wait to try this recipe
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
Wow does that look yummy and healthy. Saving it!!
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
We usually eat ground turkey, but you’re reminding me to look for turkey breast cutlets in the meat section.
I’m not sure how our son would do with the lemony sauce, but I’d try them for a turkey parmesan!
Heather Pfingsten says
This looks so delicious. I have to admit that we rarely use turkey and most of the time I am cooking a full breast or ground turkey. You just inspired me to try something new. I’m nervous but so excited. Thank you for sharing!
Jeni Hawkins says
So few ingredients can make something so beautiful!? I’m so making this! Thank you!
Valerie says
I don’t cook with turkey enough. I do love it though so I need to try this recipe.
Ashley Whipple says
I love cooking with Turkey. The turkey piccata looks so delicious!
Erica Brooks says
That looks delicious! My husband would enjoy a meal like this.
1stopmom says
This looks absolutely delicious Liz! I definitely want to try it!
OurFamilyWorld says
That looks so tasty! Thyme works great with turkey and chicken. This is a must try.
Shaylee says
This looks so good. I’ve never heard of a recipe like this with turkey before! I’ll have to try it out for myself 🙂
Amber NElson says
That looks so amazingly delicious. I am going to have to try this one.
Lisa says
Thank you for sharing this recipe. We were just looking for an awesome turkey recipe. Can’t wait to try it.
Elizabeth O. says
This is my first time hearing about this dish! I bet it tastes as yummy as it looks! Thanks for sharing the recipe, thyme goes really well with poultry.
Krystal says
That looks so good! I tend not to.cook a lot with thyme, even though I really enjoy it. I’ll have to give this a try!
Toughcookiemommy says
This turkey dish looks so delicious. I imagine that it has some great flavor combinations.
Elizabeth O. says
Herbs go really well with Turkey! It’s going to taste great!
Chubskulit Rose says
This looks super delicious. I love incorporating thyme in a chicken dish, it gives it a nice twist.
andrea says
it looks absolutely delicious (shame there’s no smell-a-vision on the Internet 😀 )
Toughcookiemommy says
I agree with you, I wish I could smell it and taste it through my monitor. It looks so delicious and wholesome.
Brandy says
Mmm this recipe looks great!
Fashion and Style Police says
This looks so yummy. A rich source of protein.
Toni | BoulderLocavore says
First of all this looks so delicious! I’m dying to make it. Like you I’m careful about my meat but that can lead to expensive options. Great to know about Shady Brook Farms (love that name too).
Marcie W. says
I love this complete meal idea. The fresh herbs are great and pounding out the turkey breasts gets some aggression out as well.
Rebecca Smith says
Yum, this looks and sounds incredible! I love turkey dishes!
April Mims says
That looks so yummy! We’ve been trying to cut down on meat or at least make better choices so I’ll definitely have to try this recipe.
Alissa Apel says
Oh my goodness this looks so good! You presented it to look so good. I think everyone in my house would love it.
I never understood why stores sell chicken and beef stock, and not turkey. Is it just because it’s not fatty enough to make that much stock? I always use chicken stock with turkey to.
Chanelle says
This looks delicious. I can’t wait to try. Thank for sharing.
Idaintyit says
It looks lovely. I didn’t realise turkey was so much better than chicken.
Tori Gabriel says
Your description of capers made me laugh. I am also not a fan. Luckily this is delivious without them.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This looks delicious.
I did not know that about turkey – containing less fat than chicken.
This dish looks like a great source of protein.
Raijean says
Wow, this looks so good. I’ve been looking for a few new recipes to try so this is right up my alley.
Sylvia Jules Kal says
Raijean, I agree with you it looks god enough to eat.
I am salivating and drooling over here Liz, and thats a feat coz I just had dinner. I hate capers wit a passion too so you have me in your corner gonna try with mint coz I have a bush full in my garden and its evergreen!
Turkey Piccata with thyme here we come Tuesday dinner sorted cheers hun!
Terri says
i love turkey, but I also love most meat. I am not a picky eater but this recipe would go added to my top fav’s
Emma White says
oh wow these look amazing I think they can be added to next weeks meal plan
Katie Elizabeth Meehan says
Yummy! This looks so delicious, thank you for sharing.
Heather says
I don’t know what capers are, but they don’t sound that great. Your turkey piccata looks awesome though. We need to incorporate more lean proteins into our diet as well. Thanks for the idea!
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
Ooh! I’ve been looking for new turkey recipes! My tot would love this (as would my hubby and I)! What a great dish!
Rhian Westbury says
This looks really yummy, turkey is a pretty good alternative to creating something lean and healthier x
Michelle says
i too have been trying to incorporate more lean meats into my diet. this turkey piccata with thyme sounds delicious. i too won’t be using capers
Catherine S says
This looks really good. I have been trying to eat healthier and I never thought about eating turkey instead of chicken.
Miss Kitty Kaos says
I love using fresh Thyme and this sounds so good x
Ana De- Jesus says
Wow I am surprised at how easy this would be to make, I think my friend would really like this recipe so I will share it with him!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This recipe looks and sounds so delicious! It’s also surprisingly easy to make! I can’t wait to try this recipe sometime soon!
tara pittman says
What a great idea. My family would love these and the thyme sounds yummy.
Amanda || Growing Up Madison says
This looks really really good. I don’t do much turkey but now I have to try this. Thanks for the recipe.
Diana Villa says
Sounds totally delicious and also very healthy! I can’t wait to try your recipe 😀
Zoe L says
That looks ever so tasty, I often find Turkey a little dry so nice to see a little twist
Alli says
I LOVE capers, but a little go a long way because of the saltiness. Your turkey cutlets look amazing.
Jaime says
This looks delicious and I’m pinning it now. I’ve been looking for more poultry recipes that aren’t necessarily chicken.
Heather Johnson says
I love turkey. This recipe sounds absolutely delicious. I may have to try this the next time that I have leftover turkey.
CAROL CASSARA says
This looks so yummy I just had to pin it. I am tired of same old poultry recipes. This is a nice twist on chicken piccata!
Franc Ramon says
The turkey Piccata looks really tasty especially with how you prepared it. This is one meal I would really love.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
This is something new to try. My family is not really big on turkey, but I think this recipe will be a hit. Maybe I’ll try it with chicken too.
Regina says
Definitely a great recipe to use for turkey anytime..and those left overs from the holidays.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
What a yummy recipe. l keep a stockpile of recipes like this for turkey leftovers around the holidays. This is going to be the very next one I try.
Jaime Nicole says
This looks so good but our little one can’t do butter. I wonder how it would taste with her vegan butter, I think I will give it a try!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I love when I get to beat up meat for a recipe 😉 This sound phenomenal!
Michele says
I wonder why I never think to make turkey cutlets. I do like turkey and yes, it is good for you. I know I would love to make and eat this turkey piccata (especially since there are NO capers!)
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I never think of it either, but I really do need to start cooking with them more.
Miranda (Anosa) says
oh mama, this turkey piccata looks absolutely delicious I am salivating right now and nice touch with the thyme
MyTeenGuide says
That looks so delicious! I’m sure this is also great with chicken. Thanks for the recipe.
Angelic Sinova says
That turkey piccata with thyme looks so yummy! I really want to start eating more turkey (I usually only eat it around Thanksgiving time), so I’ll always looking for turkey based recipes! Can’t wait to try recipe out <3