Roasted Turkey Breast with Savory Rice and Vegetable Stuffing

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs turkey breast
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 large shallot
• 3 ribs celery
• 2 cups cooked long grain rice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp parsley flakes
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup butternut squash
• 0.25 cup skim milk ricotta
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.5 cup oyster mushrooms
• 0.5 cup leeks

Instructions

1. 1Prepare stuffing: Sauté shallot, leeks, celery, butternut squash, and oyster mushrooms in melted butter until softened. Stir in cooked rice, parsley flakes, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, skim milk ricotta, and 1/4 cup chicken broth.
2. 2Stuff turkey: Season turkey breast with remaining 1/2 tsp salt. Create a pocket or butterfly the turkey, then fill with the prepared stuffing. Secure with kitchen twine if necessary.
3. 3Roast: Place stuffed turkey in a roasting pan, drizzle with Canola oil, and add 1/4 cup water to the pan. Roast at 375°F (190°C) until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and turkey is golden.
4. 4Rest & Serve: Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.