Turkey Tenderloins with Spiced Cranberry Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner into an elegant affair with this recipe for Turkey Tenderloins with Spiced Cranberry Sauce. Perfectly seasoned turkey tenderloins are pan-seared to golden perfection and then oven-roasted until juicy and tender. The dish is elevated with a homemade spiced cranberry sauce, made from fresh cranberries, orange juice, and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, creating a tangy-sweet topping that's bursting with festive flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 30 minutes, this recipe is as quick and easy as it is impressive. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a show-stopping meal that’s ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy, flavorful dinner any day of the week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Turkey tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 0.33 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat dry the turkey tenderloins with paper towels. Rub them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey tenderloins for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and continue to cook the turkey for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
While the turkey is cooking, make the spiced cranberry sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the cranberry mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch until smooth, then stir into the cranberry sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens further. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Serve the turkey tenderloins sliced, topped with the spiced cranberry sauce. Pair with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 635 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2844 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.0 g | ||
| Protein | 277.0 g | 554% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 4133 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
