Crispy Stuffed Turkey Roulade with Cream Cheese, Spinach & Parmesan
I don’t know about you, but the first time I made this crispy stuffed turkey roulade, I literally stopped after the first bite and just went… wow. And then again. And again.That golden, crunchy crust on the outside, combined with the creamy filling of cheese, spinach, and parmesan inside… it’s one of those recipes that feels way more special than the effort you put into it.Every slice of this stuffed turkey breast roll is juicy, rich, and packed with flavor. It’s the kind of dish that makes you proud to serve it - and even happier when everyone asks for seconds.
Ingredients
- 700 –900 g turkey breast boneless
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 –4 tbsp cream cheese Philadelphia or labneh
- 1 –2 tbsp capers
- 60 –80 g parmesan cheese grated
- 1 small bunch fresh spinach finely chopped
For Breading:
- Flour for coating
- 2 –3 eggs beaten
- Breadcrumbs or panko
For Cooking:
- 2 –3 tbsp butter or oil
Instructions
- Slice the turkey breast and open it into thinner layers. Pound it gently until evenly flattened.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Spread cream cheese evenly over the surface. Add chopped spinach, capers, and grated parmesan.
- Roll the turkey tightly into a log shape using plastic wrap. Place in the freezer for 40 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the breading: coat the roulade in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then cover with breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb step for a double coating.
- Heat butter or oil in a pan and sear the roulade on all sides until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to the oven and bake at 170°C (340°F) for 25 minutes. Optionally cover with foil, then remove it during the last 10 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
*Nutrition info is a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that values may vary from case to case.
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
