One Pan Brown Sugar Pork & Apples
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
871 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
One Pan Brown Sugar Pork & Apples
Description
One Pan Brown Sugar Pork & Apples highlights pork tenderloin seasoned with salt, pepper, and a glaze combining brown sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and apple juice. The pork is seared on the stovetop in a neutral oil, allowing the sugars and mustard to caramelize slightly, then cooked with sliced apples to infuse a subtle sweetness. Transferring the pan to a 400-degree oven finishes the cooking, achieving a pork tenderloin that is thoroughly cooked with no pink inside and complemented by softened apple wedges.
The glaze's balance of sweetness and mild acidity from mustard and apple juice provides a flavorful crust that pairs well with the juicy interior of the pork. The apples contribute a tender texture and fruit flavor that complements the meat. This combination creates a dish with layers of taste and moisture retention during baking.
Serve sliced pork immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. It pairs nicely with roasted vegetables and a crisp side salad, making a well-rounded meal. The one-pan cooking method reduces cleanup time and adds practicality.
If an oven-safe skillet is unavailable, transfer ingredients to a greased baking dish before placing in the oven. Ensuring pork is fully cooked with no pink center is key for safety and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 ½-3 pounds pork tenderloin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons apple juice
- 2 apple sliced into wedges, medium
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Season pork with salt and pepper on all sides. Drizzle oil into a large, oven-safe skillet and bring to medium heat on the stove.
- Stir together brown sugar, dijon mustard, garlic, and apple juice. Rub mixture all over pork using your fingertips.
- Cook pork in preheated and oiled pan, turning every 2-3 minutes to ensure even cooking. After about 10 minutes, add apples.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven and cook until tender and pork is white through the middle (about 10-15 minutes). *There shouldn't be any pink left in the middle.
- Slice pork tenderloin into 1-inch sections and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the pork and ingredients to a greased baking dish before baking.
- Serve with roasted vegetables and a side salad to complete the meal.
- Cook pork until there is no pink in the middle to ensure it is fully done.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 871 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 871kcal | 44% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 106g | 212% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 332mg | 111% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 2171mg | 46% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin A | 68IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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