French Onion Turkey Tenderloin – Plain Chicken

By Editor On Oct 24, 2024

French Onion Turkey Tenderloin in the Crock Pot – a comfort food dream! Tender turkey simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with French onion soup mix and cream of chicken soup. Perfect for an easy, flavorful dinner that the whole family will love! This is our go-to recipe for holiday meals!

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Crock Pot Turkey Tenderloin and Gravy

This French Onion Turkey Tenderloin Recipe is my favorite way to eat turkey! It is effortless to make and tastes fantastic. The magic happens as the juicy turkey tenderloin slowly simmers in a creamy blend of French onion soup mix and cream of chicken soup, creating a sauce that’s both velvety and deeply flavorful. This dish is perfect for an easy weeknight meal or your upcoming holiday meal.

How to Make French Onion Turkey Tenderloin

This slow cooker recipe is super easy to make with only three simple ingredients. Place turkey tenderloins in the slow cooker—season with kosher salt and black pepper. In a small bowl, mix the onion soup mix, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup. Pour the soup mixture over the turkey. Cover the crock pot and cook until the turkey is done and a meat thermometer reads an internal temperature of 165ºF. Remove the cooked turkey and shred it with two forks. Place the turkey back in the slow cooker and stir.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

I use Butterball turkey breast tenderloins. I buy them at Walmart.
You can use any flavor of condensed Cream of Soup in this recipe. Cream of Chicken, Cream of Mushroom, Cream of Celery, or Cream of Broccoli will all work great.
- I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken soup in this dish to control the sodium.
Feel free to add more spices/fresh herbs to the dish. Our favorite variations/additions are:
- chopped onion
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- rosemary
- sage
- thyme
- smoked paprika
I shred the turkey. Feel free to cut the tenderloin into slices.
If you want a thinner gravy add more chicken broth or water is a great way to stretch the gravy. The slow cooker gravy is the BEST part of the whole recipe!
- If you want a thicker gravy, add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the slow cooker.
Can I cook Turkey Tenderloin on HIGH heat? Yes! You can cook the turkey on HIGH heat for 3-4 hours.
Pan-sear the tenderloins in olive oil before adding them to the crockpot for a nice color.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Turkey Tenderloin

This delicious turkey dinner is a favorite at our house! I will take this tender turkey over oven-baked whole turkey any day! I already have my tenderloins in the freezer to make this on Thanksgiving Day. When serving this turkey, you’ll want to choose sides that complement its rich, savory flavors.

Serve the turkey and gravy over creamy mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. These are the perfect choice, allowing you to soak up every bit of the luscious sauce from the tenderloin.
Traditional holiday meal sides, such as sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, or green beans.
A warm, crusty baguette or a soft dinner roll would also be a great addition, perfect for sopping up any extra sauce.
To round out the meal, consider a simple green salad with a light vinaigrette, offering a crisp, tangy contrast to the creamy, savory turkey.

Together, these sides create a well-rounded, comforting meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. Looking for more side dish ideas? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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