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Savory Garlic Butter Turkey Tenderloin Recipe
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Savory Garlic Butter Turkey Tenderloin Recipe

This Savory Garlic Butter Turkey Tenderloin Recipe is a culinary masterpiece that delivers incredible flavor in just 30 minutes. If you're looking for a quick, healthy, and unbelievably delicious dish that will impress everyone at the dinner table, you've come to the right place. Highlighted by tender turkey infused with a rich garlic butter sauce, this recipe promises a juicy and aromatic experience that's both satisfying and easy to prepare, perfect for any busy weeknight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Weeknight Meal
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Turkey Tenderloin about 2 tenderloins, trimmed of silver skin
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter divided; 2 tbsp for searing, 2 tbsp for sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth low sodium preferred
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Oven-Safe Skillet (Cast Iron or Heavy-Bottomed)
  • Small Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Meat Thermometer (optional but recommended)
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Pat the turkey tenderloins dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly all over the turkey tenderloins.
    1.5 lbs Turkey Tenderloin, 1 tsp Smoked Paprika, 0.5 tsp Onion Powder, 0.25 tsp Black Pepper, 0.5 tsp Salt
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and slightly bubbling, place the seasoned turkey tenderloins in the hot skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
    1.5 lbs Turkey Tenderloin, 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
    4 tbsp Unsalted Butter, 6 cloves Garlic, 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
    0.5 cup Chicken Broth, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  5. If turkey tenderloins are thick, transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 8-12 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For thinner tenderloins, continue cooking on stovetop, spooning sauce over turkey, until cooked through.
    1.5 lbs Turkey Tenderloin
  6. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the sliced turkey. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
    1.5 lbs Turkey Tenderloin, 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

Notes

Using a meat thermometer is highly recommended to ensure the turkey is perfectly cooked without drying it out. Fresh herbs truly enhance the flavor.
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