Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato
Tender pork medallions coated in a fragrant herb crust, roasted with caramelized sweet potatoes and broccoli for a balanced, satisfying dinner. This french-inspired sheet pan ready in about 42 minutes pairs medium, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 440 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
- 1.5 lbs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch medallions pork tenderloin
- 2 medium, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place sweet potatoes on a sheet pan, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper; toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
- Step 2: Roast potatoes for 10 minutes while preparing pork: in a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp thyme, 1/2 tbsp rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper; rub mixture evenly over pork medallions.
- Step 3: After 10 minutes, remove sheet pan from oven, add broccoli and pork medallions to the pan, drizzle with any remaining herb mixture, and return to oven; roast for 15-20 minutes until pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and sweet potatoes are fork-tender with slight browning.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato take to make?
Total time is about 42 minutes (12 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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato?
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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato 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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli & Sweet Potato?
French 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.
What others are saying
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My whole family loved this.
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Love how the European come through in every bite.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.