Creamy Pork Tenderloin Medallions
Creamy Pork Tenderloin Medallions feature tender pork rounds coated in flour, pan-seared to a golden crust, and enveloped in a rich cream sauce infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, and herbes de Provence. The sauce thickens gently as it finishes cooking with the pork, lending a smooth texture and deep flavor. Fresh parsley sprinkled on top adds a mild herbal brightness that complements the savory sauce. This dish is ideal for a comforting dinner that pairs well with simple sides to soak up the creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin cut into medallions
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Flour for dredging
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
- 1/4 teaspoon herbes de provence (or Italian seasoning)
- 1 cup heavy cream aka whipping cream
- 1/2 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Trim off excess fat and slice the pork tenderloin into about 1" thick pieces (rounds).
- Season the pork with salt & pepper and coat each piece in flour.
- Add the oil and butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the pork (you may need to do this in batches) and cook for about 3 minutes/side or until they're lightly golden. Take the pan off the heat and remove the pork from the pan.
- Stir in the garlic, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, Herbes de Provence, and then return the pan to the heat. Scrape up any brown bits. Let the sauce cook for about a minute.
- Stir in the cream and let it bubble for about 2 minutes. Add the pork back in and cook for 5 minutes (you may need to turn the heat down a bit) until the pork is cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- Sprinkle the fresh parsley over top and season with extra salt & pepper if needed.
Notes
- Fresh herbs can substitute dried herbes de Provence for a more vibrant flavor; use about a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs.
- Adjust salt and pepper at the end to suit your taste preference after the sauce has thickened.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 433
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 433kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 170mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 193mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 502mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1092IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.