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Baked Turkey Croquettes

Not sure what to do with all your leftover turkey? Croquettes are a perfect way to use your leftover turkey!

I grew up eating these, but my mom always fries hers. I was hoping to make them lighter by baking them instead, and the results were great. I sprayed them generously with my misto and then baked them. Top them with a little turkey gravy or chicken gravy and serve with and a vegetable on the side. These also make great appetizers. You could substitute chicken breast for turkey if you wish. Enjoy!

Baked Turkey Croquettes
Gina’s Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 6 • Size: 3 croquettes • Old Points: 4 pts • Points+: 6 pts
Calories: 217.1 • Fat: 6.2g • Protein: 13.8 g • Carb: 26.9 g • Fiber: 2.7 g

Ingredients:

12 oz cooked turkey breast, chopped fine (a food processor or chopper is great for this)
3 potatoes, peeled, cooked and mashed
3/4 cup fat free chicken broth
2 tsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
salt and fresh pepper
1/2 cup seasoned whole wheat bread crumbs
1 egg, whisked
olive oil spray (about 1 tbsp)

Directions:

In a large bowl, mash potatoes with 1/4 cup broth, salt and pepper. Set aside.

Saute garlic, and onions in oil on low heat. Add parsley, salt and pepper and cook until soft, about 2-3 minutes. Add turkey, and remaining broth, mix well and shut heat off.

Add turkey to mashed potatoes and using your clean hands mix well. Taste for salt and adjust if needed.

Preheat oven to 450°.

Measure 1/4 cup of mixture then form into croquettes. Place on waxed paper. Repeat with remaining mixture.

Dip each croquette in egg wash, then breadcrumbs and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet for easy cleanup. Spray generously with olive oil spray (about 1 tbsp worth). Bake in the oven about 15 minutes, or until golden.

Broiled Tilapia with Garlic

This fish recipe will work great with any white fish. It’s super quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight!

Broiled Tilapia with Garlic
Gina’s Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 6 • Size: 1 filet • Old Points: 4 pts • Points+: 4Calories: 197.3 • Fat: 6.5 g • Carbs: 2.4 g • Fiber: 1 g • Protein: 34.6 g • Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 129.5 mg

Ingredients:

6 tilapia fillets (6oz)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp parsley
salt and pepper
1 lemon

Directions:

Wash fish and pat dry. Line broiler pan with tin foil. Place fish on the tin foil and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and top with crushed garlic.

Set broiler to low and place fish about 8 inches from the flame. Cook until fish is cooked through, about 7 minutes (be careful not to burn garlic). Serve with freshly squeezed lemon juice.