Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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Juicy pork tenderloin roasted with a sweet and nutty glaze of Texas pecans and local honey for a savory-sweet dinner inspired by the Texas Hill Country. This american-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, chopped Texas pecans, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin dry and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 3 minced garlic cloves until combined.
  3. Step 3: Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
  4. Step 4: Brush the honey-mustard glaze all over the seared pork, then sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped Texas pecans and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast pork for 15-20 minutes until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing into medallions and serving with pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin 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 Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed 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 pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed 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 Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin 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 Hill Country Pecan and Honey Glazed 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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