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An extreme close-up shot of a perfectly seared pork tenderloin in a skillet, showcasing its golden-brown crust before being added to the sauce.

Marry Me Pork Tenderloin: The Ultimate Recipe for Romance

This Marry Me Pork Tenderloin features a juicy, pan-seared pork tenderloin in a rich and creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. A restaurant-quality, one-pan meal that is ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin trimmed of silver skin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomato jar
  • 1 shallot finely minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Oven-Safe Skillet
  • 1 Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season all over with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar. Sauté the shallot and garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the pork to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pork's internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. Remove pork from the skillet and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Stir fresh basil into the sauce. Serve the sliced pork with the sauce.

Notes

Tip 1: Using a meat thermometer is crucial to prevent overcooking the pork.
Tip 2: Don't discard the flavorful oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes; it adds an extra layer of flavor to the sauce.