Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of fall with this Juicy Pork Tenderloin with Apples recipe. This dish combines tender, perfectly seasoned pork with sweet, caramelized apples that create a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the pork tenderloin generously with salt and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and thyme; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Place sliced apples around the pork in the skillet and transfer to the oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 145°F (63°C).
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve warm with caramelized apples on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg