Turkey chops offer a quick and easy way to enjoy tasty and lean turkey meat. These convenient boneless chops are sliced from the turkey breast, making them ideal for fast weeknight meals. But where can you find and buy high-quality turkey chops? Here are the top sources for delicious turkey chops.
The Grocery Store Meat Department
The fresh meat counter at your local supermarket is a convenient place to find turkey chops. Major chains like Kroger Safeway Publix, etc. will often stock turkey chops, usually near the chicken and other pre-packaged poultry items.
Turkey chops are typically merchandised in the refrigerated meat case in 1 to 1.5 pound vacuum sealed packages. Brands like Shady Brook Farms, Honeysuckle White, and Plainville Farms are common. Expect to pay around $4 to $6 per pound.
For the freshest options, ask the butcher if they have any turkey chops in the back or can slice some for you. This ensures you get the choicest cuts
The Freezer Section
While the meat counter will have refrigerated turkey chops, most supermarkets also stock frozen options. Brands like Honeysuckle White, Plainville Farms, Perdue, and Pilgrim’s Pride can be found in the frozen poultry section.
Frozen turkey chops are very convenient – just thaw what you need in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. Expect to pay slightly less than fresh, usually $3 to $5 per pound. Watch sell-by dates and pick packages with long expiry.
Warehouse Club Stores
Bulk shopping stores like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale are great places to score large packages of turkey chops. Shop the frozen meat aisles for Cryovac bags containing several pounds of chops.
These big club packs run around $2 to $4 per pound, letting you stock up at a discount. Thaw only what you need, then re-freeze the rest for later use.
Online Shopping and Delivery
Ordering turkey chops for delivery through grocery services like Instacart, Amazon Fresh, Walmart Grocery, etc. brings convenience right to your door.
Online shopping also provides more options that may not be available locally, like organic, free-range, air-chilled or heritage breed turkey chops. Prices run from $4 to $8 per pound.
The Butcher Counter or Meat Market
For the highest quality chops, visit a full-service butcher shop or specialty meat market. Experienced butchers can slice fresh turkey chops to order from whole turkey breasts.
This ensures you get the best, freshest cuts possible. The chops are never frozen and you can customize thickness. Expect to pay premium prices, from $6 to $10 per pound, for this quality and customization.
Direct from a Local Farm or Co-Op
Purchasing pasture-raised turkey directly from a local farmer or producer gives you full transparency on where your chops come from. Check farmers markets or CSAs.
Expect to pay $6 to $12 per pound for premium heritage breed turkey chops sourced right from the farm. It’s the freshest and most ethical turkey option.
What to Look for When Buying
No matter where you purchase turkey chops, look for the following indicators of freshness and quality:
- Uniformly thick chops, about 1 inch size
- Minimal feather quills or shot remnants
- Bright white coloration with no dark spots
- Firm, springy raw meat texture
- Clear packaging with no liquid pooling
- Pleasant turkey aroma when raw
Cooking Tips for Turkey Chops
- Brine chops in saltwater for added moisture and flavor
- Bread chops and pan fry for delicious turkey cutlets
- Grill over high heat for juicy barbecue turkey
- Bake in the oven plain or coated in breadcrumbs
- Sauté in a pan with olive oil, garlic, and herbs
Turkey chops offer a quick cooking shortcut to juicy turkey flavor. Follow these tips to find and purchase high-quality chops for easy everyday meals.
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FAQ
What part of the turkey is turkey chops?
Our skilled butchers carefully trim the larger breast into perfectly portioned cutlets, also known as turkey breast steaks. These tender, flavorful cuts are ideal for marinating, grilling, or pan-searing for a delicious and wholesome meal.
Are turkey chops and turkey cutlets the same?
It’s more of a regional term. To my customers cutlets would be boneless, however these are bone in so they call them chops.
Are turkey chops good for you?
“Turkey is a great source of protein, rich in many vitamins and minerals, and is low-fat – if you don’t eat the skin,” Champagne said. It’s rich in B-complex vitamins niacin, B6 and B12 and the essential nutrient choline.
Do turkey chops have bones in them?
Whether you choose to grill, bake, or pan-sear them, turkey chops make for a delicious and nutritious meal option. Their bone-in nature adds extra juiciness and enhances the overall eating experience.