Herbed Turkey Breast Tenderloins

Name: Herbed Turkey Breast Tenderloins
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1/8 teaspoon paprika; Dash garlic powder; 1 turkey breast tenderloin (3/4 pound)

Herbs add surprising dimension to this tender turkey breast recipe shared by Denise Goedeken of Platte Center, Nebraska. It's easy for a weeknight meal but fancy enough for company, and just as the name suggests, it's oh-so quick to fix.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon paprika
Dash garlic powder
1 turkey breast tenderloin (3/4 pound)

Directions

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds or until butter is melted.
Cut tenderloin into four portions; flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. Broil turkey 4-6 in. from the heat until lightly browned. Brush with some of the butter mixture. Turn turkey over; broil until second side is lightly browned. Brush with butter mixture. Broil 6-8 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink, brushing often with remaining butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts

5 ounce-weight: 281 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 207mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat.

Originally published as Turkey in a Hurry in Cooking for 2 Fall 2005