Smothered Pork Tenderloin

Smothered Pork Tenderloin

Smothered Pork Tenderloin

This dish is rich and decadent. Medallions of pork tenderloin are seared, then simmered in a creamy mushroom gravy. You can serve this over mashed potatoes or egg noodles. If you aren’t a fan of pork, you can substitute either chicken breasts or thighs.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Keyword: main course, Pork, signature dishes
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork tenderloin cut into 1” medallions
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp herbs de Provence
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Cut the pork tenderloin into 1” thick medallions. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add in the olive oil. Place the medallions in the pan in a single layer.
  • Sear for 60-90 seconds a side. Remove from the pan.
  • Add the rest of the butter to the pan. Sauté the mushrooms for 8 minutes until they are cooked down.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for a minute.
  • Pour in the chicken stock. Add in the dijon mustard, herb de Provence. Reduce the heat to medium low and pour in the heavy cream.
  • Add the pork tenderloin back in and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the pork is cooked through and the gravy has thickened.