Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread

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Sweet, smoky pork tenderloin paired with golden cornbread spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, finished with a glossy bourbon glaze. This midwestern-inspired sheet pan ready in about 60 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, bourbon, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

★ 4.7 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 Midwestern cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork tenderloin dry and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 20-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  2. Step 2: While pork cooks, whisk cornmeal, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Cut 4 tbsp cold butter into flour mixture until crumbly, then stir in 1 cup milk until just combined. Pour into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish and smooth the top.
  3. Step 3: Whisk bourbon, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Brush half the glaze over the roasted pork and return to oven for 5 minutes to set. Bake cornbread for 25-28 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread?

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 Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread?

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 Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread 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 Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Spiced Cornbread?

Midwestern sheet pan 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.

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