Caramelized Onion Pork Tenderloin
Delight in the rich and savory flavors of Caramelized Onion Pork Tenderloin, a perfect main course for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender, juicy pork tenderloin seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, then seared to golden perfection before baking to succulent tenderness. The star of the dish is the luscious caramelized onions, slow-cooked with butter, brown sugar, and a splash of balsamic vinegar for a deep, sweet-savory flavor that pairs beautifully with the pork. A hint of chicken broth adds depth, while optional fresh thyme offers an elegant garnish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan dish is a breeze to prepare and delivers gourmet-quality results. Serve it with your favorite sides to impress family or guests with ease!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cups Yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onions.
Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle in the brown sugar and stir well to enhance caramelization.
Deglaze the skillet by adding the balsamic vinegar and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let this mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Return the seared pork tenderloin to the skillet, nestling it into the caramelized onions. Spoon some of the onion mixture over the top of the pork.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve the sliced pork tenderloin with the caramelized onions spooned on top. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 4073 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 119.7 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 3105 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
