Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Feta

This turkey breast is wrapped in bacon, which keeps it extremely moist. The addition of feta and spinach makes this it amazing!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1

Course lunch/dinner

Cuisine American, greek

Servings 4 people

Calories 5946.7 kcal

Equipment

1 Baking Dish Ensure it's oven-safe and large enough for the turkey breast.
1 Sharp Chef's Knife For butterflying and slicing the turkey.
1 Cutting Board A sturdy surface for prep work and resting the cooked turkey.
1 Instant-Read Meat Thermometer Crucial for ensuring turkey is cooked safely to 165°F (74°C).
1 Oven with Broiler Function For baking and crisping the bacon.

Ingredients

Main

1 large turkey breast
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup fresh spinach or to taste
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
12 slices reduced-sodium bacon or as needed

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Slice turkey breast down the middle and lay it flat. Sprinkle oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper on the inside of turkey. Arrange a single layer of spinach leaves on one turkey half, then top with a layer of feta. Repeat layering with spinach and feta. Fold other turkey half over the last feta layer so the filling is sealed. Wrap bacon around entire turkey breast. Place into a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
Cook in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Turn on the broiler and broil turkey until bacon is crisp on each side, about 2 minutes per side. Let turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

1. For a more uniform cook and easier stuffing, butterfly the turkey breast and then gently pound it to an even thickness. This ensures consistent doneness. 2. To prevent dry turkey, avoid overcooking; the instant-read thermometer is your best friend here. Resting the turkey for 10 minutes after cooking allows juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and moist final product. 3. Consider lightly sautéing the spinach with garlic before stuffing to deepen its flavor and reduce its volume, allowing for more filling. 4. Secure the bacon with toothpicks if needed to ensure it stays wrapped tightly during baking for even crisping. A final drizzle of quality olive oil before broiling can enhance bacon crispiness.