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
Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins
Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
25 min
Yield
4 servings (1/2 cup sauce)
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
Directions
- Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown turkey in oil on all sides.
- 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.
- Simmer glaze until thickened, about 4 minutes. Slice turkey and serve with glaze. Top with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
4 ounces cooked turkey with 2 tablespoons glaze: 274 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 252mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein.
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