Oven Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
This Oven Roasted Turkey Tenderloin recipe is easy to prepare and roast, incredibly juicy and perfect for an intimate Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner for four. The turkey is made with fresh herbs, that infuse the meat with incredible taste. Tenderloin is a fantastic choice for a special holiday meal thats great to serve up leftovers in my amazing leftover turkey casserole!
Looking for easy sides to go with this turkey dinner? Try my green beans almondine, creamy mashed potatoes and sweet potato casserole.
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Herbed Turkey Tenderloin
Turkey tenderloin is a wonderful cut of turkey that’s perfect for smaller Thanksgiving gatherings or as a delicious option for cozy weeknight dinners.
It’s terrific when want to skip cooking a whole turkey and with its mild flavor it easily absorbs the herbs creating a deliciously flavorful dish.
This oven-baked turkey tenderloin recipe delivers incredible flavor, cooks beautifully, and stays incredibly moist and juicy!
What To Serve With Turkey Tenderloin
Serve it up with my best cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, baked sweet potatoes, roasted baby potatoes, honey butter corn or corn casserole for an easy dinner that you’ll want on repeat.
Ingredients
- Turkey Tenderloins
- Fresh Thyme – minced
- Fresh Rosemary – minced
- Fresh Sage – minced
- Salt & Black Pepper
- Avocado Oil
Substitution: You can use dried herbs instead of fresh herbs but use less if using dried herbs as they have a stronger flavor.
How To Make Oven Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Tip: If you don’t have an oven safe skillet such as a cast iron skillet, you can use a dutch oven or stainless steel pan. You can also sear it on the stovetop in the type of pan that you have (such as nonstick) and then transfer the seared tenderloins into a baking dish (greased with butter or cooking spray) to finish baking in the oven.
STEP ONE – Preheat oven to 350 F.
STEP TWO – In a small bowl, combine the herbs and seasonings.
STEP THREE – Pat tenderloins dry with paper towels. Season all over with the herb mixture.
STEP FOUR – Heat a cast iron skillet (or oven proof skillet) on the stove top on medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan. Once hot, sear the tenderloins for about 2-3 minutes on each side (including the edges), until browned.
STEP FIVE – Transfer the oven-safe skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 20-23 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 F (the temperature will continue to rise as it rests and should reach 165 F).
STEP SIX – Allow to rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing into strips. This is to allow the juices to reabsorb into the meat.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with a side of mashed potatoes and gravy if desired. Enjoy!
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Oven Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
This Oven Roasted Turkey Tenderloin recipe is easy to prepare and roast, incredibly juicy and perfect for an intimate Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner for four. The turkey is made with fresh herbs, that infuse the meat with incredible taste. Tenderloin is a fantastic choice for a special holiday meal thats great to serve up leftovers in my amazing leftover turkey casserole!
Ingredients
2 (1.5 pound) turkey tenderloins
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced (or 1/3 teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced (or 1/3 teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced (or 1/3 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon avocado oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- In a small bowl, combine the herbs and seasonings.
- Pat tenderloins dry with paper towels. Season all over with the herb mixture.
- Heat a cast iron skillet (or oven proof skillet) on the stove top on medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan. Once hot, sear the tenderloins for about 2-3 minutes on each side (including the edges), until browned.
- Transfer the oven-safe skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 20-23 minutes (I baked mine for 22 mins), or until the internal temperature reaches 160 F (the temperature will continue to rise as it rests and should reach 165 F). Allow to rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing into strips. This is to allow the juices to reabsorb into the meat.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with a side of mashed potatoes and gravy if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage Instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Note: Baking times will vary depending on various factors such as different ovens and also different thickness of the tenderloins. I recommend using a meat thermometer to properly gauge the desired doneness. Bake until it reaches 160 F inserted at the thickest part of the meat. The temperature will continue to rise as it rests.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
