Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples
Tender pork loin with a fragrant herb glaze and sweet-tart roasted apples. This french-inspired grilling ready in about 50 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, medium apples, shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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
- 1.25 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 medium apples
- 1 shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp fresh chopped thyme
- 1/2 tsp fresh chopped rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim excess fat from pork tenderloin. In a small bowl, mix thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub herb mixture evenly over pork.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides for 3 minutes until browned, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add sliced apples and shallot, cooking for 4 minutes until slightly softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return pork to the skillet. Add maple syrup and white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Place skillet in oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until pork reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Step 5: Remove pork and let rest for 10 minutes. Add butter to the skillet and stir to melt, creating a simple pan sauce. Slice pork and serve with roasted apples and pan sauce.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples?
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 Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples?
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 Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples 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 Savory Herb-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples?
French grilling 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
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The pork was juicy and the herbs really elevated the dish.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at my dinner party! The glaze was perfect and the apples added a lovely touch.
- ★★★★☆
Easy and delicious. My family loved it. Took a bit longer to cook than expected.
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