Turkey with Bourbon-Molasses Butter Glaze, Skillet Chive Biscuits, and Warm Apple Cabbage Slaw

Name: Turkey with Bourbon-Molasses Butter Glaze, Skillet Chive Biscuits, and Warm Apple Cabbage Slaw
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Comida Estadounidense
Ingredients: 1.5 lb turkey breast medallions; 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 3/4 tsp garlic powder; 3/4 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 6 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 cup bourbon; 2 tbsp molasses; 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 2 tsp sugar; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 3 tbsp chives, chopped; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar, shredded; 12 oz green cabbage; 1 medium red apple; 1 small yellow onion; 2 tsp Dijon mustard

An original American-inspired dish featuring seared turkey medallions glazed with bourbon-molasses butter, served with savory skillet chive biscuits and a warm sautéed cabbage and apple slaw. It brings together sweet, smoky, and tangy notes in a comforting, balanced plate.

25 minPrep

35 minCook

60 minTotal

4Servings

High Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

680 g turkey breast medallions (cut en pieces gruesas and uniformes)
8 g kosher salt (divided)
3 g black pepper (freshly ground, divided)
2 g garlic powder (divided)
2 g smoked paprika (for the pavo)
30 ml vegetable oil (divided)
85 g unsalted butter (divided)
60 ml bourbon (for the glaseado)
30 ml molasses (preferiblemente suave)
45 ml apple cider vinegar (divided)
1 g red pepper flakes (optional)
190 g all-purpose flour (for the biscuits)
8 g baking powder (for the biscuits)
2 g baking soda (for the biscuits)
8 g sugar (for the biscuits)
180 ml buttermilk (cold)
12 g chives, chopped (divided)
60 g sharp cheddar, shredded (for the biscuits)
350 g green cabbage (in strips finas)
180 g red apple (en bastones finos)
120 g yellow onion (en pluma fina)
10 g Dijon mustard (for the ensalada tibia)

Nutrition facts

per serving

648 kcal

Calories

42 g

Protein

38 g

Carbs

36 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

34 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

GlutenDairyMustardSulfites

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 220°C / 425°F. Pat the turkey medallions dry with paper towels and season them with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, the garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
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2. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 4 tablespoons cold butter in small pieces and work it in with your fingers or a fork until coarse crumbs form. Stir in the shredded cheddar and 2 tablespoons chopped chives.
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3. Pour the cold buttermilk into the biscuit mixture and stir just until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.
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4. Heat a 25 cm / 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil. Drop portions of dough into the skillet to make 6 to 8 rustic biscuits. Cook for 2 minutes to set the bottoms, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes at 220°C / 425°F until golden.
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5. While the biscuits bake, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Sear the turkey for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 74°C / 165°F. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
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6. Reduce the heat to medium. In the same turkey skillet, add the bourbon and scrape up the browned bits. Add the molasses, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and the red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until glossy. Return the turkey to the skillet and coat it with the glaze.
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7. In another large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the yellow onion and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the green cabbage, apple, Dijon mustard, the remaining 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the remaining black pepper. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
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8. Remove the biscuits from the oven and brush them with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter while hot. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon chives over the top.
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9. Serve the bourbon-molasses glazed turkey medallions with the skillet biscuits and the warm apple cabbage slaw.

Chef tips

For taller biscuits, chill the dough for 10 minutes before baking. If you want a thicker glaze, reduce the sauce for 1 extra minute before returning the turkey to the skillet.

Substitutions

You can swap the turkey for chicken breast. The cheddar can be replaced with Monterey Jack, and the red apple with a green apple for a tarter profile. If you do not use bourbon, replace it with apple broth or juice plus 1 extra teaspoon apple cider vinegar.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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