Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme
Tender pork coated in a sweet-tart apple glaze, enhanced with fresh thyme for a balanced main course. This french-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, diced tart apple, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 cup diced tart apple
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat pork dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk honey, apple cider vinegar, and 1 tbsp thyme. Set aside.
- Step 3: Sear pork in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high for 3 minutes per side until golden. Brush with half the honey mixture.
- Step 4: Roast for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from oven, brush with remaining glaze, and top with diced apple and remaining thyme. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Apple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Thyme?
French pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
