Looking for a smaller, hassle-free alternative to roasting a whole turkey? Herb-Rich Turkey Tenderloin is the perfect substitute for your holiday meal. Delicious tender turkey is marinated in a rich herb blend. It bakes in under 30 minutes and makes the house smell delicious.
Herb-Rich Turkey Tenderloin
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) turkey breast tenderloin
- 1 cup dry white wine (can substitute apple juice or chicken broth)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 6 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 cup chicken broth
Directions
- Pat tenderloin dry and flatten to ¾-inch thickness.
- In a small bowl combine the wine, onions, parsley, 4 teaspoons oil, garlic, rosemary and thyme to make marinade.
- Pour a half-cup of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 4 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade to make the sauce.
- Remove turkey from the bag and discard marinade. Sprinkle turkey with pepper and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until turkey reaches 165 degrees internally at its thickest point. Remove from oven and keep warm.
- In a small bowl combine the cornstarch, broth, reserved marinade and remaining salt until smooth; pour into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
- Slice turkey and serve with sauce.
Source: The Avera Heart Hospital nutrition team.
