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Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce

Juicy pork tenderloin medallions served with a rich creamy Dijon mustard sauce for an elegant and comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Tenderloin
  • 2 pork tenderloins
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
Dijon Cream Sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Pat pork tenderloins dry and season evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear pork tenderloins for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Remove pork from skillet and allow to rest under foil.
  6. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, salt, and pepper.
  9. Simmer sauce for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Stir in butter, thyme, and parsley.
  11. Slice pork tenderloin into medallions and spoon sauce over the top before serving.

Notes

Serve over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice for a complete comforting meal. Do not overcook the pork to maintain tenderness and juiciness.