Description
A flavorful and healthy recipe for homemade Cajun turkey deli meat, perfect for sandwiches, salads, and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds turkey breast (boneless and skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Rinse the turkey breast under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Mix the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a savory paste in a small bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over the turkey breast, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Let the turkey marinate for at least 30 minutes (or longer for best flavor).
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the seasoned turkey in a baking dish and pour the chicken broth around it for added moisture.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the turkey to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain flavorful juices.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator.
Notes
Experiment with adding citrus juice or fresh herbs for flavor variations. This turkey can be sliced thinly for sandwiches or salads.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg