Smoked Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Juicy pork tenderloin brushed with a smoky bourbon glaze, roasted to perfection with a hint of sweetness and spice. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, bourbon, brown sugar 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

• 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup bourbon, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the bourbon glaze.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin and rub all over with 2 tbsp olive oil. Place it in a roasting pan and brush generously with half of the bourbon glaze.
3. Step 3: Roast the pork tenderloin in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then brush with the remaining glaze and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to retain juicy tenderness.