Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts
Tender pork tenderloin roasted with sweet maple glaze, complemented by caramelized apples and crispy Brussels sprouts all cooked on one sheet pan. This american-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, halved Brussels sprouts, maple syrup 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 lb pork tenderloin
- 12 oz, halved Brussels sprouts
- 1 large, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges apple
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined.
- Step 2: Place 1 lb pork tenderloin in the center of a large rimmed sheet pan. Arrange 12 oz halved Brussels sprouts and 1 large sliced apple evenly around the pork. Brush the pork and vegetables with half of the maple glaze.
- Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes, then brush pork and veggies with remaining glaze. Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve pork slices with roasted Brussels sprouts and apples on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 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-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts?
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-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts?
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-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts 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-Glazed Pork with Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts?
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.