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Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Originally Posted July 22, 2018 by Ronda Eagle 40 Comments

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Pork Tenderloin is a very lean cut of meat that is flavorful and juicy. It requires no major preparation to deliver a delicious meal in just 30-minutes.


Roasted pork tenderloin on a dark slate tile with a bowl of rainbow carrots.

What’s so great about pork tenderloin is that it cooks up quick and is very tender and juicy.

HOW MUCH DOES A PORK TENDERLOIN WEIGH?

The average tenderloin weighs about 1 to 1 1/2 pounds. The one I used was 1.33 pounds. Most often you will find two tenderloins in the package. For a larger family dinner, I cook both. For just the two or three of us, I cook one and freeze the other for later which makes buying tenderloin a little more economical for my family.

DO I HAVE TO MARINATE A PORK TENDERLOIN?

Pork tenderloins are also often sold prepackaged in a marinade and as a rule, I do not buy this variety as I do prefer to season the meat myself and control the amount of salt and other additives used in my meal.

HOW DO I COOK PORK TENDERLOIN?

My absolute favorite way to cook a pork tenderloin is in my trusted cast iron skillet. Since pork tenderloin is a pretty lean cut of meat, it’s important not to overcook it. It can turn from a tender and juicy cut of meat to dry and chewy rather quickly, so I use a digital kitchen thermometer and cook it to only about 140°F to 145°F in the thickest part of the meat.

New pork cooking standards issued by the USDA say that it’s fine for the pork to be a little pink inside, as long as it has reached the correct temperature in the thickest part of the meat. This new set of cooking temperatures was issued several years ago now and so it’s become the new standard with pork.

Overhead shot of a Pork Tenderloin on a dark slate tile with rainbow carrots and a fork and carving knife.

I start the pork on the cooktop and finish it in a pre-heated oven. Start to finish, the meal can be ready in about 25-minutes. It’s awesome for a weeknight meal.

 

A carved Pork tenderloin on a dark slate tile with a bowl of carrots

 

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Roasted Pork Tenderloin


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  • Author: Ronda Eagle | Kitchen Dreaming
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: dinner
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: American
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Pork Tenderloin is a very lean cut of meat that is flavorful and juicy. It requires no major preparation to deliver a delicious meal in just 30-minutes.


Ingredients

  • 1 pork tenderloin (1 to 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Pat the pork dry and cut off any large pieces of surface fat or silver skin covering the meat. Mix all the spices in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix into the surface of the pork on all sides.
  3. On the stove over medium-high heat, heat the skillet and add the olive oil. when the pan is hot, add the pork in the pan, curving it to the shape of the pan if it’s too long. Cook the tenderloin 5 minutes to caramelize the top and then flip it and cook for another 5 minutes to caramelize the other side.
  4. Remove the pan from the cooktop and place it into the preheated oven and continue to roast for another 15 minutes.
  5. The pork is done when its internal temperature registers 140°F to 145°F in the thickest part of the meat.
  6. Allow the meat to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Cooking time is the same if you use one or both tenderloins.

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Diane

I have a 7 pound pork roast. How do I adjust the cooking and ingredients? Hurry I’m cooking it in 2 days for a dinner.

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February 14, 2019 8:12 am
KitchenDreaming

Diane,
Calculate about 18-20 minutes per pound as with this recipe: https://kitchendreaming.com/bacon-wrapped-pork-loin-or-tenderloin/

A 7-pound roast will take roughly 2-hours to cook.

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February 14, 2019 8:34 am
Monica Feeley

Delicious! Great seasonings! Crispy on the outside. Yum!

★★★★★

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January 30, 2019 11:47 pm
Monica Feeley

Really Good!

★★★★★

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January 30, 2019 11:46 pm
Christy

Has anyone made it not in a cast iron skillet? Can I use a stainless steel pan instead?

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January 6, 2019 6:39 pm
Carolyn Stansbury

Hi!

Nice recipe. My husband and I enjoyed it very much.

★★★★★

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October 26, 2018 3:00 pm
Lynn Blakeney

I don’t rick pork tenderloin often because it can sometimes turn out dry for me. However, this recipe and technique were super easy and the pork tenderloin was juicy and delicious. Thanks for sharing – this is not my go-to recipe.

★★★★★

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October 22, 2018 6:40 pm
Charley Helm

Hi!

Love the cooking content on your site! this was delish

★★★★★

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October 20, 2018 8:22 am
Lilla Krichauff

Hi!

Love the cooking content on your site! We used some rosemary and served with your crock pot applesauce. Yummy.

★★★★★

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October 18, 2018 6:42 am
Kim

Never cared for pork tenderloin until this recipe. Tastes like a juicy filet mignon. Great recipe and thank you for sharing.

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October 12, 2018 8:50 pm
Nicole

This is the perfect method for baking pork tenderloin. I used my own similar rub (leftover from another dish), and added a squeeze of lemon/lime, a few slices of lemon, lime and orange, smashed garlic, and drizzle of olive oil to the cast iron skillet before putting it in the oven for 15 min. It came out perfectly! My first attempt at pork tenderloin and my family loved it. Thanks!

★★★★★

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September 19, 2018 7:32 am
Sally nickel

My favorite pork tenderloin recipe. Thanks for sharing !

★★★★★

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August 26, 2018 4:51 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks, Sally! I’m so glad you liked it!! :D

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August 26, 2018 4:58 pm
Arleen

This was simply scrumptious. PErfectly cooked in minutes with minimal effort.

★★★★★

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August 15, 2018 3:05 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks Arleen – so glad you enjoyed it!

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August 18, 2018 6:23 am
Brenda

Best tenderloin recipe!

★★★★★

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July 22, 2018 3:44 pm
Mary

Perfectly tender and juicy. So good that we can’t wait to make it again

★★★★★

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June 13, 2018 8:00 am
Elisha

Did you roast it in your oven on convection roast or just a regular bake setting? It sounds delicious!

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February 16, 2018 3:58 pm
KitchenDreaming

Hi Elisha – it starts on the stovetop and finishes in the oven on just a regular baking setting. No convection needed.

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February 17, 2018 2:50 am
Elisha

Thank you for your prompt reply!

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February 17, 2018 1:58 pm
Diane

OMG, this was delicious! Can’t wait to make again!

★★★★★

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January 28, 2018 7:32 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thank you, Diane! I love how quick it is to make – even for something like #SundaySupper. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for coming back by to leave a comment. :)

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January 29, 2018 5:12 am
DS

Do you cover the pork before putting in oven?

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April 6, 2017 2:05 pm
KitchenDreaming

Hi Mrs. Sweeney,
Great question! No, I do not cover it since it’s already been seared on all sides and only goes in for a short time. If you prefer, you may cover it. Thank you for taking the time to stop in and ask that question. I hope you enjoy.

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April 6, 2017 2:18 pm
Billie

I just made this and it was absolutely delicious! It was moist and full of flavor! It didn’t take like long at all to prepare and serve. This is definitely at the top of my “go to” dinner meal.

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July 3, 2016 5:51 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks, Billie! I showed my husband your comment and he said it “was the best tenderloin [he’s] ever eaten. Tender and juicy.” Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment! I appreciate it so much. :)

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July 4, 2016 6:19 am
Peter Block

The pork looks perfectly moist and the char on the exterior looks great.

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May 7, 2016 8:25 pm
KitchenDreaming

It was delicious, Peter. Very tender and moist indeed.

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May 8, 2016 5:34 am
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche

This sounds really straightforward. I’ll have to show it to my husband, he loves cooking meat when I’m away!

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May 7, 2016 6:03 pm
KitchenDreaming

I hope that your husband enjoys it.

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May 8, 2016 5:34 am
Sarah

I love pork loin and agree I’d much rather season it myself than buy one with a marinade! I keep meaning to invest in a cast iron skillet!

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May 7, 2016 5:26 pm
KitchenDreaming

Cast iron really is versatile for so many recipes from breakfast to dessert.

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May 8, 2016 5:33 am
Mica @ Let's Taco Bout It Blog

The spices on top of this pork tenderloin look absolutely delicious. I bet your kitchen was filled with the most amazing scent ever. What sides would you recommend serving with this?

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May 7, 2016 2:58 pm
KitchenDreaming

I like to serve roasted asparagus and oven roasted potatoes since I can cook them all in the oven together at the same time.

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May 7, 2016 4:09 pm
KitchenDreaming

Can’t deny that the house sure did smell good when we were cooking this! :)

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May 8, 2016 5:33 am
Debi at Life Currents

I love to make a pork roast when we have a special family dinner; this looks like the perfect dish! And, only 25 minutes, awesome!

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May 7, 2016 1:40 pm
KitchenDreaming

It makes a great dish that is impressive to guests but doesn’t take a lot of time or preparation. I serve this with roasted asparagus and oven potatoes since it all cooks up quickly together.

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May 8, 2016 5:32 am
Kim @ Three Olives Branch

I absolutely love my cast iron as well! And the crust that you have on that pork looks amazing! I love a crust that delivers crunch and a lot of flavor!

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May 7, 2016 1:08 pm
KitchenDreaming

Gotta love any pan that can go from the stove top to the oven to finish cooking.

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May 7, 2016 4:08 pm
April J Harris

Love the spices you have used! Your Pork Tenderloin looks amazing! Thank you for sharing it with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop.

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May 5, 2016 2:20 pm

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