Orange-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

Juicy pork tenderloin roasted with a bright orange glaze infused with garlic and fresh thyme, delivering a perfect balance of savory and citrus notes. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, orange juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pounds pork tenderloin
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup orange juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 2 tbsp honey.
2. Step 2: Rub 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin evenly with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
3. Step 3: Brush half of the orange glaze over the pork, reserving the rest for later. Roast pork for 20 minutes, then brush with remaining glaze and roast another 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F and glaze is sticky and caramelized.
4. Step 4: Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep juicy. Serve with pan juices spooned over slices for vibrant citrus flavor.