24 Turkey Tenderloin Recipes We're Making for Dinner Tonight (2024)

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Katie BandurskiUpdated: Feb. 13, 2024

If you're looking for a way to switch up your dinner routine, give turkey tenderloin a try. This lean protein source is as versatile as it is delicious.

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Turkey Breast Tenderloins with Raspberry Sauce

Sweet and tangy raspberry sauce is a perfect complement to versatile turkey tenderloins. In fact, this sauce is so good, you’ll be tempted to eat it with a spoon. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

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Turkey Tenderloin Slices

We’re a busy hockey and figure skating family, so we’re always on the go. These fast turkey tenderloin slices, made in a skillet, are a good home-cooked meal when there’s little time. —Nancy Levin, Chesterfield, Missouri

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Pulled Turkey Tenderloin

Not your ordinary pulled turkey sandwich, this one shines thanks to its unique yogurt sauce. Serve the turkey by itself or stack on sweet pickle slices and jalapenos to echo the dressing. —Shana Conradt, Greenville, Wisconsin

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Turkey Gyros

Greek seasoning, feta cheese and dill-cucumber sauce give this gyro an authentic taste. It was my family's introduction to how really good pita bread can be. Instead of feta cheese, we'll sprinkle on cheddar or Monterey Jack if we have it. —Donna Garvin, Glens Falls, New York

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Spicy Turkey Tenderloin

Here’s a full-flavored dish that will really wake up your taste buds. —Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota

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Turkey Dumpling Stew

My mom made this stew when I was young, and it was always a hit. Since it's not time-consuming to make I can fix it on a weekend for our children, who love the tender dumplings. —Becky Mohr, Appleton, Wisconsin

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Coconut-Crusted Turkey Strips

My granddaughter shared these baked turkey strips with me. With a plum dipping sauce, they're just the thing for a light supper. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

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Turkey in Cream Sauce

I've been relying on this recipe for tender turkey since I first moved out on my own years ago. I serve it whenever I invite new guests to the house, and I'm constantly writing out the recipe. —Kathy-Jo Winterbottom, Pottstown, Pennsylvania

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Turkey Pepper Kabobs

This is a summertime favorite at our house. While the turkey is a nice change of pace and tastes great with the sweet basting sauce and pineapple, the recipe also works well with cubed chicken. —Traci Goodman, Paducah, Kentucky

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Tasty Turkey Skillet

I like using boxed rice and pasta mixes to jump-start quick meals. This colorful dish is simple to cook on the stovetop using fried rice mix, tender turkey and convenient frozen vegetables. —Betty Kleberger, Florissant, Missouri

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Asparagus Turkey Stir-Fry

When people try this dish, they ask for the recipe, just as I did when I first tasted it when visiting a friend's home. Tossed in a delicious lemon sauce, this simple skillet dish is sure to satisfy on the busiest of nights. It's a great way to use leftover turkey. —May Evans, Corinth, Kentucky

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Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins

This simple skillet recipe makes it easy to cook turkey on a weeknight. The combination of sweet, spicy and smoky flavors from orange, peppers and molasses is amazing. —Darlene Morris, Franklinton, Louisiana

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Southwest Turkey Stew

I prefer main dishes that let me stay on my diet but still eat what the rest of the family eats. My husband and our young children think this diet-friendly stew is a hit. —Stephanie Wilson, Helix, Oregon

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Turkey Marsala

This Marsala sauce for turkey is really rich, like you fussed all day in the kitchen. Here’s the shocker: We make it fast. —Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona

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18/23

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Peanut Turkey Satay

I found this recipe years ago and immediately served it to dinner guests. It’s easy and fun and takes only minutes to cook, but it makes a fancy entree for special occasions. The peanut butter and soy sauce lend a nice Asian flavor. —Lisa Mahon Fluegeman, Cincinnati, Ohio

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19/23

Garlic-Ginger Turkey Tenderloins

This good-for-you entree can be on your dinner plates quicker than Chinese takeout—and for a lot less money! Ginger and brown sugar flavor the sauce that spices up the turkey as it bakes. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Summer Turkey Kabobs

These kabobs let you enjoy Thanksgiving flavors at any time of the year! We enjoy grilling them in the summer. —Angela Mathews, Fayetteville, New York

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Originally Published: November 15, 2019

Katie Bandurski

As Senior Shopping Editor, Katie connects Taste of Home readers with the best gifts, deals and home products on the market. An avid foodie and a holiday enthusiast, Katie is an expert at cultivating meaningful moments.When she’s out of the office, you’ll find her exploring Wisconsin, trying out new vegetarian recipes and watching Christmas movies.

24 Turkey Tenderloin Recipes We're Making for Dinner Tonight (2024)

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What is the difference between turkey breast and turkey tenderloin? ›

The turkey tenderloin is a portion of the turkey breast and it is boneless and skinless. A turkey breast, on the other hand, is usually bone-in, skin-on. We have a great roasted turkey breast recipe if you're looking for one!

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How long to cook Butterball turkey tenderloins? ›

Preparation Instructions

Oven: Preheat oven to 325°F. Place in pan and bake 50 to 60 minutes until internal temperature in thickest part of tenderloin reach 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer. Grilling: Preheat grill. Sear 5 to 8 minutes on each side.

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Are turkey tenderloins healthy? ›

99% Fat Free Turkey Breast Tenderloins

With 28g of protein and 1g of fat per serving, it's a feel-good way to feed your family. Simply season and make a sheet pan dinner or throw them on the grill for an easy meal.

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How to cook a Jennie O turkey tenderloin? ›

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place tenderloins in a shallow baking pan. Bake until meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of the meat reaches 165°F, approximately 60-70 minutes. Remove from oven, cover and let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.

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What are the benefits of turkey tenderloins? ›

The real benefits of turkey tenderloins are the flavor and texture. Although they resemble chicken breasts and can be used in just about any recipe that calls for them, the flavor is more robust and the texture more moist and tender. You also save a few calories.

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Are turkey breast tenderloins good? ›

They have great flavor and are tender and juicy.

How do you know when turkey tenderloin is done without a thermometer? ›

To find out if your turkey is done without a thermometer, pierce the mid-thigh muscle with a fork, explains Johnson. "When the juices run clear, and no longer reddish or pink in color, it's a good indication that your turkey is done." In most cases, the deep thigh is the last part of the turkey to be done.

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Is Butterball turkey tenderloin healthy? ›

These fat-free tenderloins are a perfect addition to a healthy meal without compromising flavor. I highly recommend giving them a try! We love these Turkey tenderloins! Easy to throw some seasoning on and put in the air fryer for a quick and easy meal.

How do you know when turkey tenderloin is cooked? ›

Safe Temperature For Turkey

As with all turkey, the recommended safe internal temperature is 165°F. You should take your tenderloins out of the oven when they reach 160°F. Then take them out of the skillet they're cooking in and transfer them to a plate or cutting board. Let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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Is turkey tenderloin real turkey? ›

It comes from part of the breast and is super-tender and delicious, if you cook it correctly.

What is the healthiest turkey to eat? ›

The good (and often surprising) news is the type of fat; dark meat contains predominantly the mono- and polyunsaturated kinds of fat, which can actually benefit heart health. Dark meat also boasts a high mineral content, containing several B-vitamins and more iron, zinc and selenium than white meat.

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What cut is a turkey tenderloin? ›

The tenderloin, a boneless, skinless portion of the turkey breast, is one of the most tender parts of a turkey. It's favored by turkey connoisseurs because it can be cooked in so many different ways. The tenderloin is a staple in a variety of cuisines, which is a testament to its versatility.

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How to cook applewood turkey tenderloin? ›

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How to cook turkey Gordon Ramsay? ›

Roast the turkey in the hot oven for 10–15 minutes. Take the tray out of the oven, baste the bird with the pan juices and lay the bacon rashers over the breast to keep it moist. Baste again. Lower the setting to 180°C/Gas 4 and cook for about 2 1⁄2 hours (calculating at 30 minutes per kg), basting occasionally.

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What is the most tender cut of turkey? ›

Butchering Wild Turkey Tenderloins

On a large spring gobbler, they can be the size of a pheasant breast. As you might have guessed, they are the most tender cut on a wild turkey. You shouldn't need a knife to remove them; you can carefully peel turkey tenderloins off the bone.

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What is the best piece of meat on a turkey? ›

The boneless breast is the brick house of the bird providing a tender, juicy cut that can be sliced into any size or shape. If you're fancy, pound it thin and roll it up in a roulade.

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What is the healthiest cut of turkey? ›

You might dig into the plentiful pile of turkey breast, which is typically considered the "healthier" choice.

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What is a turkey tenderloin? ›

It's basically still breast meat, just really tender and soft breast meat. It cooks fast, and then gets dry, same as breast meat, so you'll want to take that into account. Mainly it's the really soft and almost mealy texture that makes it stand out from ordinary breast meat.

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