Description
Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is a show-stopping dish that combines tender, juicy pork with crispy, salty bacon for an unforgettable meal. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or a cozy family dinner and is guaranteed to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a beautifully plated masterpiece that tastes as good as it looks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season generously with garlic powder and black pepper.
- Lay out the bacon slices, overlapping slightly. Place the seasoned tenderloin in the center and wrap tightly, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear each side of the wrapped tenderloin until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg