Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes

By · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A satisfying one-pan meal featuring tender pork loin and caramelized sweet potatoes, seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic for a balanced Whole30 dinner. This american-inspired whole30 (gluten-free, dairy-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork loin, medium sweet potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Slice 1.5 lbs pork loin into 1-inch thick medallions. Rub with 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary.
  3. Step 3: Arrange pork medallions and sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internally and sweet potatoes are golden and tender, flipping halfway through.
  4. Step 4: Let rest 5 minutes before serving, garnished with remaining rosemary.

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Bakeware & baking tools → Shop all kitchen tools →

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes 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 Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes?

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 loin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes?

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 Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes 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.

Is Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Pork with Sweet Potatoes gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

What others are saying

Related recipes