Savory Oven-Baked Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce
If you want a tender, flavorful main dish, this Savory Oven-Baked Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce is perfect.
Ingredients
- Here are the Ingredients for Savory Oven-Baked Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce:
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Make sure oven rack is in the center.
Prepare Pork
- Trim excess fat and silver skin from pork. Pat dry with paper towels.
Mix Seasonings
- Combine garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Season Pork
- Rub pork with olive oil and then coat with seasoning mixture evenly.
Sear Pork
- Heat oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Bake Pork
- Transfer skillet to oven. Bake for 15–20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Rest Pork
- Remove pork from skillet. Tent with foil and rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Make Dijon Cream Sauce
- In same skillet, add heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Stir over medium heat until smooth and slightly thickened. Add lemon juice if desired.
Slice Pork
- Slice pork into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Arrange on serving plate.
Serve with Sauce
- Pour Dijon cream sauce over sliced pork. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for stronger flavor.
- Marinate pork 30 minutes before cooking for deeper taste.
- Add a splash of white wine to sauce for extra richness.
- Avoid overcooking; pork tenderloin is lean and dries quickly.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes or rice.