Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

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Juicy grilled pork tenderloin stuffed with toasted pecans and tangy blue cheese, finished with a honey mustard glaze for a rich and elegant main course. This american-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs butterflied pork tenderloin, crumbled blue cheese, chopped, toasted pecans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 6, 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: 25 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 American cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Butterfly 2 lbs pork tenderloin by slicing lengthwise, leaving 1/2 inch attached to open like a book. Pound gently with a meat mallet to an even 3/4-inch thickness.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine 4 oz crumbled blue cheese, 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme. Spread this mixture evenly over the opened pork tenderloin.
  3. Step 3: Carefully roll the pork tenderloin back into a log and secure with kitchen twine at 1 1/2-inch intervals. Rub the outside with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard and 2 tbsp honey.
  5. Step 5: Place the pork on the grill and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes and basting with the honey mustard glaze each time, until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached.
  6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 1-inch medallions to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (25 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 Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin?

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 butterflied pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin?

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 Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Grilled Pecan and Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin?

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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