Marinated Turkey Slices

Served any time of the year, turkey breast takes on a whole new flavor dimension when it's marinated in lemon and herbs and topped with the season's best vegetables.


Marinated Turkey Slices


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Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: Makes 2 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 6  ounces  turkey breast slicesOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  finely shredded lemon peelOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  lemon juiceOn Sale
  • 2  teaspoons  cooking oilOn Sale
  • 1/2  teaspoon  instant chicken bouillon granulesOn Sale
  • 1/8  teaspoon  dried thyme, crushedOn Sale
  • 1  clove  garlic, mincedOn Sale
  • Dash    saltOn Sale
  • Dash    pepperOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  waterOn Sale
  •     Nonstick spray coatingOn Sale
  • 1-1/2  cups  sliced zucchini or yellow summer squashOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  sliced fresh mushroomsOn Sale
  • 1-1/2  teaspoons  cornstarchOn Sale
  •     Hot cooked rice (optional)On Sale

Directions
1.
If necessary, cut turkey into 2 equal portions.
2.
For marinade, in a small bowl stir together lemon peel, lemon juice, oil, bouillon granules, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper, and water.
3.
Place turkey in a plastic bag set in a bowl. Pour marinade over turkey. Close bag and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove turkey from bag, reserving marinade.
4.
Spray an 8-inch skillet with nonstick spray coating. Add turkey slices. Cook over medium heat about 4 minutes or until tender and cooked through, turning once. Remove turkey from skillet; keep warm.
5.
Add zucchini, mushrooms, and 2 tablespoons water to the skillet. Cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
6.
Meanwhile, stir together the reserved marinade and cornstarch. Add to the vegetables in the skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute more. Serve the vegetables with turkey slices and, if desired, rice. Makes 2 servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 183, Total Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 205 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 21 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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