This air fryer turkey tenderloin recipe is an easy way to make homemade turkey without the fuss!

Ready in minutes, turkey tenderloin that is made in the air fryer is moist, tender, and full of flavor!

Make this simple entree and serve it with all the fixings for an easy meal that’s sure to be a hit!

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Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin!

  • Healthy and low-carb turkey breast tenderloin is perfect to make for holiday meals especially when oven space is limited!
  • Cooking turkey in the Air Fryer is the best way to get juicy, flavorful tenderloins from turkey breast in minimal time with minimal cleanup!
  • Meal prep turkey tenderloins and use in salads, sandwiches, wraps, and soups all week long!
Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin ingredients including turkey tenderloin, olive oil, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper

Ingredients and Variations

Turkey – Breasts and pre-cut tenderloins can be found fresh or frozen, likely from Butterball, in a variety of lbs. Choose boneless breasts and cut them into tenderloins if using fresh. Cook from frozen by adding a few minutes to the cooking time.

Seasoning – Poultry seasoning can be purchased or you can DIY poultry seasoning for future chicken and turkey recipes.

Variations – Turkey can benefit from a poultry marinade if you want to switch up flavors to match the rest of the menu. Or keep it super simple and wrap strips of bacon around the tenderloins before air frying!

How to Make Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloins

It’s so easy to make this air fryer favorite!

  1. Season tenderloins and place them in the air fryer in a single layer.
  2. Cook (per the recipe below) be sure to flip the pieces halfway through.
  3. Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Tips and Tricks

  • Preheat the air fryer so the initial burst of hot air can seal the meat, preserving the juices inside.
  • Avoid crowding the basket so the hot air can freely circulate the food.
  • Parchment paper or a clean coffee filter on the bottom of the air fryer basket or tray will make for a quick and easy cleanup!

Leftovers?

Keep leftover air fryer turkey tenderloins in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze the cooled portions in zippered bags for up to one month.

Reheat in the microwave or make a stir fry with air fryer vegetables. Or dice the turkey and add to some tasty air fryer egg bites. Try these super delicious mini turkey pot pies w/ puff pastry

More Air Fryer Turkey Recipes

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Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin

Juicy and tender Air Fryer turkey tenderloin.
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

Ingredients  

  • 1 pound turkey tenderloins
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste

Instructions 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400℉.
  • In a bowl or resealable bag, combine the turkey tenderloins with olive oil and seasonings. Toss to coat.
  • Place tenderloins in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 10-15 minutes (or until they reach an internal temperature of 165℉), flipping halfway through.
  • Remove tenderloins from the basket and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Leftovers will keep in the air fryer for 4 days, and in the freezer for 1 month. 
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Nutrition Information

Calories: 121kcal | Protein: 26g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 76mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American

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