Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter
Tender pork tenderloin encased in smoky bacon and finished with a fragrant herb butter, perfect for a keto dinner that feels luxurious. This american-inspired pork (keto, high protein) ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, smoked bacon, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 12 oz pork tenderloin
- 8 slices smoked bacon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat pork tenderloin dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Wrap each slice of bacon around the pork, securing with 2 toothpicks per slice. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 3: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes until bacon is crispy and pork reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Step 4: While pork cooks, melt 3 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 2 tbsp chopped rosemary and cook for 30 seconds until the butter is golden and aromatic.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter?
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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter?
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 Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter 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.
Is Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
