Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Darlene Morris

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Nov. 14, 2022

This simple skillet recipe makes it easy to cook turkey on a weeknight. The combination of sweet, spicy and smoky flavors from orange, peppers and molasses is amazing.—Darlene Morris, Franklinton, Louisiana

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Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins

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Yield:4 servings (1/2 cup sauce)
Prep:5 min
Cook:25 min

Ingredients

  • 4 turkey breast tenderloins (5 ounces each)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
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Directions

  1. Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown turkey in oil on all sides.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the juices, brown sugar, molasses and chipotle peppers; add to skillet. Reduce heat and simmer for 12-16 minutes or until turkey reaches 165°. Transfer turkey to a cutting board; let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Simmer glaze until thickened, about 4 minutes. Slice turkey and serve with glaze. Top with cilantro.