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    The BEST Easy Turkey Tenderloin Recipe | Tender, Juicy, & Flavorful

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    This turkey tenderloin recipe is loaded with flavor and wonderfully easy to make. The juicy turkey tenderloin is coated in a simple yet incredibly delicious marinade, and then it's roasted to perfection making for one of the best turkey recipes of all time. And, to make it even better, only 3 simple steps and a handful of simple ingredients are all you need to make this easy turkey recipe!

    Sliced turkey tenderloin on a white plate garnished with dried herbs.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Turkey Tenderloin Recipe
      • Ingredients
        • Tukey Breasts Vs. Turkey Breast Tenderloins
        • Marinade Substitutions
      • How To Make Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
        • Step 1: Marinade The Turkey Tenderloin
        • Step 2: Bake The Turkey Tenderloin
        • Step 3: Serve
      • How To Store Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
        • How To Reheat Turkey Tenderloin
      • Wrapping It Up
    • More Dinner Recipes
    • The BEST Easy Turkey Tenderloin Recipe | Tender, Juicy, & Flavorful
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    The Best Turkey Tenderloin Recipe

    If you love turkey, just wait until you try this easy turkey tenderloin recipe.

    I mean, it's got all the same flavor as a perfectly roasted turkey breast, except it's even juicier and more tender. Plus, the combination of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, dijon mustard, and savory herbs that make the marinade creates an elevated mouthwatering flavor that will keep you coming back for more.

    With that said though, this baked turkey tenderloin is not just delicious, but it's so easy to make too. There are only 5 minutes of active cooking required to make it. Then, all you have to do is let the turkey marinate and bake.

    That means you can have this turkey breast tenderloin on the table for dinner in under an hour! And with hardly any work - or effort - put in from you.

    Also, while it's marinating and baking, you'll have plenty of time to make some equally delicious sides to go with it. Sides like these cheesy mashed potatoes, these honey glazed carrots, or this corn souffle. Making these will give you all of the elements of a delicious Thanksgiving dinner!

    Sliced turkey tenderloin on a white plate garnished with dried herbs. Next to it are dried herbs, a bowl of sauce, and a bowl of broccoli.

    Ingredients

    As I mentioned above earlier, the ingredient list for this turkey tenderloin recipe is pretty simple.

    In fact, you probably have almost all the ingredients you'll need in your house already to make. If not, a quick trip to the grocery store is well worth it and will be the hardest part of this recipe. 

    Anyway, here's what you'll need to make this turkey tenderloin recipe:

    • 2 turkey breast tenderloins
    • 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
    • 1 ½ tbsp. brown sugar
    • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
    • 3 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ tbsp. fresh chopped thyme
    • ½ tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
    • 1 tsp. sea salt
    • ¼ tsp. pepper
    • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

    See, that's not too bad, right?

    An assortment of ingredients including a plate of raw turkey tenderloin and small bowls of oil, garlic, mustard, salt, brown sugar, and vinegar. There are dried herbs in the corner next to a ceramic mixing bowl.

    Tukey Breasts Vs. Turkey Breast Tenderloins

    Now, just keep in mind that turkey tenderloins and turkey breasts are not the same things. Some people think they are, but they aren't.

    To clarify, the difference between a whole turkey breast and a turkey breast tenderloin is that tenderloins are a different part of the turkey - they're located from between the breasts - and they're usually easier to eat - and much more tender - than turkey breasts.

    Also, usually, turkey tenderloins come without the skin on them and they are boneless. Turkey breasts, on the other hand, usually have the bone still in them and the skin still on them. Turkey breasts are also a much more muscular piece of meat - so they're tougher to eat.

    Marinade Substitutions

    Now, if you're in a pinch and don't have - or can't find - some of the ingredients to make the marinade with I have some suggestions for substitutions.

    So, as far as the apple cider vinegar goes, you can swap it for white balsamic vinegar and the marinade will still be just as delicious.

    Also, you can also swap the dijon mustard for brown mustard as well. This is a really great substitute if you want the marinade to be less spicy.

    With that said, I think the marinade is perfect just the way it is, but feel free to change it up if you want.

    Oh, and speaking of the marinade, I use a lot of the same ingredients to make the sauce in this Alice Springs chicken. It's a copycat recipe of the dish from Outback Steakhouse and it's just delicious. So, you might want to check that out next if you end up with some extra ingredients of the marinade.

    A ceramic mixing bowl with marinade ingredients including mustard, sugar, oil, and garlic. The bowl is on top of a linen napkin and next to it are dried herbs.

    How To Make Roasted Turkey Tenderloin

    Now onto the fun part, it's time to make some baked turkey tenderloin!

    As I mentioned earlier, this recipe is super simple, even if you've never cooked a turkey before. Seriously, all you have to do is mix the marinade ingredients, combine 'em with the tenderloins, and then bake everything in the oven - that's it!

    Pretty easy, right?!

    Anyway, let's stop wasting time and make some turkey tenderloins!

    A ceramic mixing bowl with turkey breasts marinating in a yellow mixture and dried herbs. Next to the ceramic bowl are more dried herbs.

    Step 1: Marinade The Turkey Tenderloin

    First things first, you're going to make the marinade for your turkey breast tenderloins.

    To do this, you'll want to take out a large bowl and add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, garlic thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to it. Then, go ahead and give all of the marinade ingredients a good whisk until they fully combine. 

    Next, place the turkey tenderloins in the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat it. Then you can cover the bowl and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if you want to let the flavors infuse even more.

    A clear baking dish filled with raw marinated turkey tenderloin.

    Step 2: Bake The Turkey Tenderloin

    Now, once your turkey tenderloins have marinated for long enough, you can preheat your oven to 350°F (180ºC).

    Then, place the turkey tenderloin in a baking dish so it can hold the extra marinade, and bake it for 30-40 minutes - or until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

    A clear baking dish with baked marinated turkey. The dish is on a wood board and next to it are dried herbs.

    Step 3: Serve

    Finally, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Letting it rest is key to getting it to retain its juices and stay nice and tender.

    Then, after 10 minutes is up, you can slice the baked turkey tenderloins and serve 'em some sides like these redskin mashed potatoes and brown gravy.

    Enjoy!

    A white plate with two turkey tenderloins garnished with dried herbs. Next to the plate there is silverware, a napkin, dried herbs, a bowl of broccoli and a bowl of sauce.

    How To Store Roasted Turkey Tenderloin

    This recipe for turkey tenderloin will make about 6 large servings. 

    So it makes for the perfect big family dinner or main course if you're hosting. Honestly, it's so delicious that it can take the place of a whole turkey on Thanksgiving - you might just want to make a whole mess of 'em if that's the route you choose to take.

    Anyway, if you happen to have some turkey left over, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    Alternatively, if you want your turkey breast tenderloin to last even longer, you can store the leftovers in an airtight container - or freezer-safe bag - and freeze them for 4-6 months.

    A white plate with sliced turkey tenderloin. In the background there is a fork with a piece of turkey, a bowl of broccoli, and a bowl of sauce.

    How To Reheat Turkey Tenderloin

    Now, to reheat your leftover turkey tenderloin, I recommend using the oven. So, to reheat them there, just place your turkey tenderloins in a baking dish - with a little broth or any leftover marinade you have - and put it in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes - or until the turkey tenderloins are fully warmed through.

    A fork grabbing a piece of turkey tenderloin from a plate with a serving of turkey on the plate.

    Wrapping It Up

    Well, that's how to cook turkey tenderloin!

    It's crazy how easy it is to perfectly cook turkey tenderloins, isn't it?!

    Seriously, this turkey cooks perfectly every single time, and it's so, so easy to make.

    Plus, every time I make this, everyone always loves it - even the kids! Plus, the flavor is so versatile that you can pair it with pretty much any side you want.

    Anyway, I hope you like this baked turkey tenderloin recipe as much as my family and I do.

    As always, if you try this turkey recipe, leave a comment below and let us know how it went!

    More Dinner Recipes

    If you loved this turkey tenderloin recipe and you're looking for more easy dinner recipes just like it, we have a bunch on the blog you can try next! 

    Here are some of our favorites: 

    • Baked turkey wings
    • Chicken pot pie casserole
    • Ground turkey casserole
    • Italian chicken cutlets
    • Chicken and shrimp alfredo

    Also, for even more deliciousness, don't forget to follow us along on Tiktok, Youtube, and Instagram. We post new ones on them every single day.

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    The BEST Easy Turkey Tenderloin Recipe | Tender, Juicy, & Flavorful

    A white plate with two turkey tenderloins garnished with dried herbs. Next to the plate there is silverware, a napkin, dried herbs, a bowl of broccoli and a bowl of sauce.
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    This turkey tenderloin recipe is loaded with flavor and wonderfully easy to make. The juicy turkey tenderloin is coated in a simple yet incredibly delicious marinade, and then it's roasted to perfection making for one of the best turkey recipes of all time. And, to make it even better, only 3 simple steps and a handful of simple ingredients are all you need to make this easy turkey recipe!

    • Author: Brendan Cunningham
    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Turkey

    Ingredients

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    2 turkey breast tenderloins

    2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar

    1 ½ tbsp. brown sugar

    1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

    3 garlic cloves minced

    ½ tbsp. fresh chopped thyme

    ½ tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped

    1 tsp. sea salt

    ¼ tsp. pepper

    3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

    Instructions

    1. In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until evenly combined. 
    2. Place the turkey in the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight, to let the flavors infuse.
    3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC).
    4. Put the turkey tenderloin with the marinade in a baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes.
    5. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 109
    • Fat: 2
    • Carbohydrates: 3
    • Protein: 22

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