Description
This Herb Roasted Turkey Tenderloin recipe is a flavorful and easy way to enjoy a delicious turkey dinner. Tender turkey tenderloins are seasoned with a blend of aromatic herbs and roasted to perfection, creating a moist and savory dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey Tenderloins:
- 2 turkey tenderloins (about 1 ½ pounds)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Additional:
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Season Turkey: Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey tenderloins.
- Roast Turkey: Place the tenderloins in a roasting pan, pour chicken broth into the pan, and roast for 25–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven, tent with foil, let rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice and serve warm with pan juices drizzled over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the turkey in the herb mixture for 1–2 hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
