Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices
Pork tenderloin roasted with a sweet honey and apple glaze, resulting in tender, caramelized meat. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs pound, trimmed pork tenderloin, teaspoons salt, teaspoon black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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 pound, trimmed pork tenderloin
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup, thinly sliced apples
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Season 1 pound pork tenderloin evenly with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork tenderloin for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 3: Remove pork from skillet and set aside. Add 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 minute until bubbly.
- Step 4: Return pork to skillet, arrange 1 cup sliced apples around it, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 6: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with apples and pan sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices 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 Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices?
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 teaspoons salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices?
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 Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Slices?
American one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
