Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples

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Juicy pork tenderloin brushed with a sweet bourbon glaze served alongside tender roasted apples for a balanced autumn-inspired dish. This american-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs pounds pork tenderloin, bourbon whiskey, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin and brush half of the bourbon glaze all over it. Place tenderloin in a roasting pan.
  3. Step 3: In another bowl, toss 2 medium cored and sliced granny smith apples with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary. Arrange apples around the pork in the roasting pan.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then brush the pork again with the remaining glaze and roast an additional 10-15 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and apples are tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve slices alongside the roasted apples, drizzling any pan juices over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Roasted Apples?

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 pounds pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples?

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 Roasted Apples 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 Roasted Apples?

American 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.

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