Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce

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Tender roasted pork tenderloin accented with fresh herbs and a savory pan sauce, inspired by regional Missouri flavors. This american-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin dry and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork tenderloin on all sides, about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped thyme to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and roast pork for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove pork from skillet to rest. Place skillet back on medium heat, add 1/2 cup chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Step 6: Whisk in 2 tbsp unsalted butter until sauce is glossy. Slice pork and drizzle with the herb pan sauce to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce?

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 Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce?

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 Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce 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 Festus-Style Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pan Sauce?

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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