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Healthy Paprika-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Shallot Pan Sauce

This recipe combines tender pork coated in a flavorful paprika spice rub with a shallot-infused pan sauce.
It’s a healthy and satisfying dish perfect for a hearty dinner, delivering bold flavors balanced with a touch of sweetness from the honey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 224 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Instant-read thermometer

Ingredients
  

For the Tenderloin:

  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 pork tenderloins 1 pound each

For the Sauce:

  • 1 small shallot finely diced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme roughly chopped
  • Pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F.
  • Prepare the Pork Rub: Mix the sweet paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Coat the pork tenderloins evenly with the spice mixture, using your hands to rub it in.
  • Sear the Tenderloin: Heat the oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes total.
  • Roast the Pork: Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork's internal temperature reaches 140°F. Remove from the oven, tent with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • Prepare the Shallot Pan Sauce: While the pork rests, add the shallot to the skillet and cook over medium heat for 1 minute until softened. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in the honey and butter (if using). Remove from heat and mix in the fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve: Slice the pork into 1/2-inch pieces and arrange on a platter. Drizzle the shallot pan sauce over the slices before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
Reheating: Warm slices in a skillet over medium heat or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Tips: Avoid overcooking the pork to maintain juiciness; use a thermometer for accuracy. Slightly pink in the center is perfectly fine.

Nutrition

Serving: 4slicesCalories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 281mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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