Whiskey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Apple Chutney

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

Tender pork tenderloin glazed with a rich whiskey sauce served alongside a warm apple chutney infused with warming spices. This american-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes blends pounds pork tenderloin, George’s whiskey, brown sugar into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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
• 1/2 cup George’s whiskey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 2 medium apples (peeled and diced)
• 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup George’s whiskey, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glaze consistency.
3. Step 3: Brush half of the whiskey glaze over the seared pork and transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast for 15 minutes, basting with remaining glaze halfway through, until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature.
4. Step 4: While pork roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 small finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
5. Step 5: Add 2 diced medium peeled apples, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves to the onions. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples soften and chutney thickens.
6. Step 6: Remove pork from oven and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve pork slices topped with spiced apple chutney alongside remaining whiskey glaze.