Turkey Breast Paillard
Turkey Breast Paillard is a dish where a turkey breast is pounded thin, breaded, and pan-fried until golden and crispy. It typically features ingredients like turkey breast, breadcrumbs, eggs, flour, and seasonings, and is a popular, lighter alternative to traditional veal or chicken paillards, often found in American and European home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, depending on the breading thickness, and provides key nutrients like B vitamins and selenium. A typical serving of around 4-6 ounces (113-170 grams) generally ranges from 250 to 350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.0 mg |
Per 4 oz (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutritionally, it's a lean protein powerhouse that can support muscle maintenance, and culturally, the 'paillard' technique (pounding meat thin) is a classic French method adapted globally for quicker, more even cooking and a satisfying crunch.
