Perfect Pork Tenderloin
This Juicy Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin is golden on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside, and it’s ready in about 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need something impressive without the stress. Just season, sear, roast, rest, done.
Servings: 6
Calories: 225kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork tenderloin 2 tenderloins
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉. Place the rack in the middle position.
- In a small bowl combine the salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder together.
- Sprinkle the seasoning over the tenderloins and use your hands to rub the spices over the entire surface of the tenderloins, until they are evenly coated.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large oven safe skillet, such as a cast iron or a Dutch oven, over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tenderloins and brown on all sides. Should take about 6 minutes in total.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake uncovered for 13 to 15 minutes. Halfway through, flip the tenderloins over. Bake until the center of the tenderloin registers at least 150℉ degrees.
- Transfer the tenderloins to a cutting board, cover them with aluminum foil and let them rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with parsley if preferred and serve.
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Notes
- Pork tenderloin, not loin, they cook differently, so double-check your label.
- Don’t skip the sear, it locks in juices and gives you that irresistible golden crust.
- A meat thermometer is key. Pull the pork at 145–150°F and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- If you're using herbs, fresh parsley or even rosemary works great as a garnish.
- Leftovers make an amazing sandwich the next day, if there are any.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 274mg | Potassium: 618mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1.9mg
