Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce, perfect for any occasion! Juicy pork tenderloin is marinated and seared to perfection, then drizzled with a rich, tangy cream sauce that elevates this dish to gourmet status. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless way to impress guests or treat your family to a special meal without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry and rub all sides with salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove pork and let rest. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and remaining Dijon mustard.
- Slice rested pork into medallions and serve with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 288
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg