Marinated Turkey Breast is a simple, flavorful dinner made with tender turkey strips, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, basil, and thyme. This easy stovetop recipe takes just 50 minutes from start to finish, including marinating time, and is a great choice when you want a lean protein without roasting an entire turkey.
The secret to this balsamic marinated turkey breast is its uncomplicated combination of ingredients. Balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tanginess, olive oil helps coat the meat, and dried herbs bring a savory flavor that complements the turkey without overpowering it. Best of all, you only need a few pantry staples to prepare the marinade.
Start by mixing the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, basil, thyme, and black pepper in a bowl or resealable food-safe bag. Cut the turkey breast into thumb-sized pieces or strips, then coat them evenly in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
When you’re ready to cook, remove the turkey from the marinade and heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the strips for approximately 5–8 minutes, depending on their thickness, turning as needed. For food safety, check that the thickest pieces reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
A digital instant-read meat thermometer on Amazon is especially useful for checking smaller pieces of poultry without overcooking them.
Serve this easy marinated turkey breast with creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes and Garlicky Roasted Broccoli for a comforting dinner. For a lighter meal, pair it with Parmesan Asparagus and your favorite salad.
Whether you’re cooking for two or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this skillet turkey breast recipe delivers plenty of flavor with minimal effort.
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Marinated Turkey Breast
- Total Time: :50
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
- 6.5 oz. turkey breast
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1½ tsp. balsamic vinegar
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. dried basil
- ¼ tsp. thyme
- ¼ tsp. pepper
Instructions
- Mix basil, thyme, garlic powder, and pepper with balsamic vinegar and olive oil in a bowl or large Ziploc.
- Cut the turkey breast into thumb-sized pieces or strips and place in the marinade for at least 20-30 minutes.
- Take the turkey out of the marinade and fry in a skillet for 5-8 minutes at medium heat (depending on the size of the turkey strips. Turkey HAS to be fully cooked at 165 degrees when checked with a meat thermometer).
- Prep Time: :10
- Marinade: :30
- Cook Time: :10
- Category: Main
- Method: Stove Top
This recipe calls for at least 20–30 minutes. Keep the turkey refrigerated during marinating.
Cut the strips evenly, avoid overcooking, and use a meat thermometer. Turkey breast should reach 165°F internally.