Sheet Pan Maple-Dijon Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples
Tender pork tenderloin roasted on a sheet pan with sweet-tart apples, all glazed in a sticky maple-Dijon sauce. This american-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 medium, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges apple
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
- Step 2: Rub 1 lb pork tenderloin all over with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Place it in the center of a large rimmed sheet pan.
- Step 3: Toss 2 sliced apples with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt until evenly coated. Arrange the apples around the pork on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: Brush the maple-Dijon glaze generously over the pork tenderloin and apples. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the apples are tender and caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve the sliced pork with the roasted apples spooned alongside, drizzled with any pan juices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Dijon Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Maple-Dijon 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Dijon 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Dijon 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Dijon Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples?
American 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.