Description
This Crispy Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin features a crunchy herb crust and juicy tender meat, perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pork tenderloin
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the coating: In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, minced garlic, finely chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Prepare the pork: Rub the pork tenderloin with olive oil.
- Coat the tenderloin: Generously coat the tenderloin with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Prepare for baking: Place the coated tenderloin on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest: Let the tenderloin rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Let the tenderloin come to room temperature before cooking for even cooking. You can prepare the breadcrumb mixture a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: herb crusted pork, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, roast pork, pork tenderloin