Turkey Cutlets with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta and Balsamic Vinegar

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 F.

   Step 2

   In a shallow dish, combine the sage, half of the parsley, the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the EVOO, salt, and pepper. Add the turkey cutlets, coat thoroughly, and marinate for 5 minutes.

   Step 3

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of the EVOO (twice around the pan). Add the pancetta and cook until crisp, about 4 minutes.

   Step 4

   Add the onions and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the sliced Brussels sprouts, 1/2 cup of the chicken stock, and the balsamic vinegar, stir to combine, and continue to cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender.

   Step 5

   While the Brussels sprouts are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of EVOO. Add the turkey cutlets and brown on each side. Transfer the cutlets to a shallow baking dish and add 1 cup of the chicken stock to keep the meat moist. Transfer the cutlets to the oven, loosely tented with foil, for 6 to 7 minutes, or until cooked through. To the skillet that you browned the cutlets in, add the butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the remaining 2 cups of chicken stock and allow it to thicken up, 3 to 4 minutes. Season the gravy with salt and pepper and finish with the remaining parsley.

   Step 6

   Serve the turkey cutlets with the gravy and the sautéed Brussels sprouts.