Turkey Tenderloins With Spiced Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Skip the whole turkey this year and try this elegant yet easy recipe! Juicy turkey tenderloins, the most tender part of the breast, are pan-seared to perfection and topped with a vibrant, homemade spiced cranberry sauce. This recipe serves 4-6, depending on tenderloin size, and is easily doubled for a crowd. Impress your family and friends with this festive and flavorful dish – perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Calories 320.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Turkey Tenderloins With Spiced Cranberry Sauce

  1. Pat turkey tenderloins dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey tenderloins and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove tenderloins from skillet and keep warm. Tent with foil.
  5. Pour off excess drippings from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon of fat.
  6. Add cranberry sauce, ground cloves, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  7. Heat over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
  8. Stir in orange segments.
  9. Slice turkey tenderloins and arrange on a serving platter. Spoon cranberry sauce over the tenderloins.
  10. Garnish with orange zest, if desired.
  11. Serve immediately with cooked wild rice or brown rice.
  12. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

270g

Fat

18g

Carbs

23g

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