Autumn Turkey Chops Recipes

SMOTHERED TURKEY CHOPS

Steps:

• Season each side of the turkey chops with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
• Pour the all purpose flour into a large freezer bag, then toss in the chops.
• Shake the bag until all of the chops are coated with flour.
• Remove the chops from the bag, but keep the leftover flour.
• Pour 1/4 cup of vegetable oil into a medium sized pan, then place over medium heat.
• Fry each side of the chops until they are golden, then remove from the pan.
• Put the chops in a 9x13 bake dish.
• Head back to the stovetop, and toss in 4 tbsp of butter into the pan.
• Whisk in, then sprinkle in the leftover flour, and whisk some more.
• Slowly pour in the turkey stock, while whisking.
• Pour in the half and half, and whisk.
• Next, add in the minced garlic, onions, and mushrooms, and stir.
• Let cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
• Pour the gravy over the turkey chops.
• Cover the bake bake dish with foil.
• Bake on 350 F, for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
• Remove from the oven, and let sit for 5 minutes.
• Serve with desired side dishes, and enjoy!

SUNNY'S AUTUMN FRIED TURKEY

Steps:

• Three days before roasting the turkey, make the brine.
• For the brine: In a large pot on medium-high heat, add 6 quarts (24 cups) water and the salt, peppercorns, sage, thyme and lemon. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and simmer until the salt is dissolved and the water is fragrant. Turn off the heat and let cool.
• Put the turkey in a brining bag, large plastic bag or a bowl large enough to fit it with still more space to give. Pour in the cooled brining liquid and seal or cover. If there's not enough room for all of the liquid in the brine, be sure to at least include the herbs, lemon and peppercorns in with the turkey for brining. Refrigerate for 3 days.
• When ready to cook, remove the turkey from the refrigerator and discard all of the brining liquid and solids. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
• For the rub: In a medium bowl, mix the pumpkin pie spice, paprika, salt, cumin and pepper. Rub the mixture on all sides of the turkey and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Leave at room temperature for 2 hours. (If you have an extra day in your planning, leave it in the refrigerator overnight uncovered. This will help dry the skin more, then when ready to fry, remove from the refrigerator and let rest at room temperature for 2 hours.)
• Fill the fryer with vegetable or canola oil and heat to 350 degrees F according to the manufacturer's instructions (see Cook's Note).
• Cook the bird for approximately 3 minutes per pound and then add an additional 5 minutes onto the cooking time. A 15-pound bird will take about 50 minutes. (Check the cooking times on your fryer; cook according to instructions and fry for the correct time according to weight.) Remove to a paper towel-lined platter and allow to rest for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour so the juices can redistribute, then carve.

AUTUMN TURKEY TENDERLOINS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, brown turkey in butter. Add the apple juice, apple, brown sugar, bouillon, cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Using a slotted spoon, remove turkey and apple slices to a serving platter; keep warm. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over turkey and apple. Sprinkle with walnuts.

PAN SEARED TURKEY CHOPS

Steps:

• Pour all spices into a bowl and mix together.
• Preheat saute pan and coat with olive oil.
• Rinse turkey chops.
• Season with seasoning mixture.
• Place chops into hot pan with olive oil.
• Sear for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
• Remove chops from pan. Lay on paper towel to soak up excess oil.

AUTUMN TURKEY CHOPS

Steps:

• Mix dry seasoning in a small bowl and blend well.
• Slice apples and arrange in a 9x13 casserole dish. I alternated the types in the pan and included a photo to illustrate. I used a Gala and Granny Smith apple, but I'm not sure how much the kind of apple matters.
• Lay chops on top of apples. Dust evenly w/ seasoning until all gone.
• Top w/ butter to taste and sprinkle Bragg's Liquid Amino Acids over the top.
• Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
• P.S. The leftover apples doubled as dessert for my kids!