CHORIZO-STUFFED TURKEY BREAST WITH MEXICAN GRITS

Chorizo-Stuffed Turkey Breast with Mexican Grits image

This recipe features a wonderful combination of well-seasoned ingredients. It's also a simple dinner option for a busy evening.-Veronica Gantley, Norfolk, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 pounds)
1/2 pound uncooked chorizo, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 cups water
1 cup milk
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

Cover turkey with plastic wrap; flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Remove plastic. Spread chorizo over turkey to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; tie with kitchen string., Rub with oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet, brown turkey on all sides. Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing., In a large saucepan, bring the water, milk and remaining salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 5-7 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the chilies, cheese and remaining pepper. Serve grits with turkey. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 1086mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 51g protein.