Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce

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Tender pork medallions seared to golden perfection and finished with a pan sauce featuring fresh herbs typical of a regional garden. This mediterranean-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 1 pound pork tenderloin medallions with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, then add to the pan in a single layer. Sear for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove pork and keep warm.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, cooking for 30 seconds.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/3 cup dry white wine and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up browned bits. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth and continue simmering for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Step 4: Return pork medallions to the pan and spoon sauce over them to reheat for 1 minute. Serve immediately garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce?

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 Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce?

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 Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce 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 Pan-Roasted Pork Medallions with Herb Pan Sauce?

Mediterranean 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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