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    Home » Recipes » Cast Iron Cooking and Baking » Cast-Iron Pork Tenderloin

    Cast-Iron Pork Tenderloin

    Published: Jun 18, 2019 · Modified: Jun 30, 2020 by Jessica Robinson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    cast iron pork tenderloin, green beans, and roasted potatoes on a white plate.

    Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin with seasonal vegetables is easy to make and full of flavor. This delicious pork tenderloin recipe is easy to make and paired with pan roasted potatoes. 

    Sliced Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Vegetables on a White Plate with Silverware

    I grew up on a small farm where we raised hogs. So pork recipes always play an important role in my kitchen! This delicious skillet pork tenderloin is easy to make and really flavorful. Try my Skillet Pork Chops, Pulled Pork Recipe, Grilled Pork Chops, Mexican Shredded Chicken, and Barbecue Pork Ribs.

    Follow these easy steps to prepare your Pork Tenderloin:

    Step 1: Cut up bacon into small pieces and brown in the cast-iron skillet in one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Push the bacon around occasionally with a wooden spoon.

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    Step 2: While it browns, prep your sweet bell peppers and onion. Cut the baby potatoes in quarters. Once your bacon is browned, add the onions, sweet bell peppers and potato pieces. Drizzle with honey, season with salt, pepper, ground mustard, smoked paprika, powdered onion and garlic.

    onions, bell peppers, and potatoes in a cast iron skillet

    Step 3: Heat oven medium to high heat for about 10 minutes, on the stove top and stir with a wooden spoon, coating everything well. Then finish in a preheated 450 degree F oven for 20-25 minutes, until your potatoes are tender. About 15 minutes before the Farmhouse Skillet potatoes are ready, toss in halved brussel sprouts.

    Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin:

    Step 1: Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 9-inch cast-iron skillet, over medium to high heat. Brown the pork tenderloin pieces on each side. Place the entire skillet in the preheated oven (450 degrees F) for about 20-22 minutes, or until the pork has reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. (The pork loin will continue to cook as it rests)

    Step 2: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the potatoes and vegetables.

    For more tips on cooking in cast iron visit Lodge’s website!

    potatoes and brussel sprouts in a cast iron skillet

    Do you love a great pork recipe that is easy to make and has wonderful flavor? For more tips on cooking Pork Association’s website.

    Sliced pork tenderloin with brussel sprouts, fresh green beans, and a glass of sweet tea

    Do you love cooking in cast iron? Be sure and try these Cast Iron Recipes– Cast Iron Chicken Fajitas, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Spinach Quiche Recipe, Cast Iron Chicken, and an assortment of fruit pies in cast iron- Homemade Apple Pie, Skillet Blueberry Pie, Cherry Pie Recipe, and Fried Apple Hand Pies.

    Love my Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin recipe? Please leave a star review and share on social media using the hashtag #afarmgirlskitchen

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    Cast-Iron Pork tenderloin

    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin is a simple dish that is wonderfully moist and flavorful cast iron pork loin.
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: American, Southern
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 953kcal
    Author: Jessica Robinson

    Ingredients

    • 3-4 pound Pork tenderloin cut into 3 pieces
    • 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • Farmhouse skillet potatoes:
    • 15-18 baby potatoes mix of yellow and red
    • 6-8 slices bacon cut up
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • ½ red bell pepper diced
    • ½ yellow bell pepper diced
    • 1 small yellow onion diced
    • 12 brussel sprouts cut in half
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 teaspoons onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • Salt and ground pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • In a 10 to 12-inch cast-iron skillet, over medium heat brown the bacon in olive oil. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon.
    • While the bacon is browning, prepare the bell peppers, onion and baby potatoes. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
    • Once the bacon is browned, toss in the bell peppers, onion and baby potatoes. Sprinkle with seasonings, honey, balsamic vinegar and toss in the butter. Cook on the stove top over medium to high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.. Then finish in the oven for about 20-25 minutes.

    Pork Tenderloin

    • Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 9-inch cast-iron skillet, over medium to high heat. Brown the pork tenderloin pieces on each side. Place the entire skillet in the preheated oven (450 degrees F) for about 20-22 minutes, or until the pork has reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
    • Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the potatoes and vegetables.

    Recipe Notes

    Tips:
    Don’t overcook the pork. Pork is okay to have a little pink in the center.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 953kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 83g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 258mg | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 2939mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1225IU | Vitamin C: 152.4mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 6.8mg
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    Comments

    1. Jeff Thompson says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:03 pm

      Why cook the pork to 160? Should be delicious between 145-150. 160 is too well done and will dry out the tenderloin.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        July 23, 2019 at 3:02 pm

        Thanks Jeff for pointing this out! It’s an older recipe that was updated, so likely a typo! I’ve updated the cooking temp.

        Reply
    2. Alyssa says

      March 13, 2019 at 7:58 am

      5 stars
      Jessica, t’s awesome! I cannot wait to try this. I bet it makes the house smell divine and tastes incredible!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        March 14, 2019 at 10:47 pm

        Thanks Alyssa!

        Reply
    3. Smithfield says

      September 24, 2018 at 5:45 am

      Smithfield pork has never sounded so good! We should all Smithfield roast our Smithfield pork with our Smithfield spices in our Smithfield pan every Smithfield night of the Smithfield week! Smithfield Smithfield Smithfield.

      Do you suppose Smithfield had anything to do with this recipe?

      Reply
    4. Ruth I. says

      May 27, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      Nothing beats home cooking. Not only you get to enjoy prepping them yourself but also you get to choose the best ingredients.

      Reply
    5. Ally jones says

      May 25, 2018 at 5:19 am

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious. Can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
    6. kim says

      May 24, 2018 at 9:46 pm

      Yum! What a great looking recipe! I’m pretty sure I could get my whole family on board with this one!

      Reply
    7. Evelyn, PathofPresence says

      May 24, 2018 at 6:34 am

      5 stars
      I love food cooked in cast iron! The flavors are extraordinary. Love this easy to follow recipe. Thanks! ??

      Reply
    8. Nikka Shae says

      May 24, 2018 at 3:28 am

      My husband would love this! Now I would need to make this recipe for him soon!

      Reply
    9. Jessica Robinson says

      May 23, 2018 at 7:11 pm

      Yes you do Paula!! Cast iron cooking is everything right now!

      Reply
    10. Carrie Liu says

      May 23, 2018 at 7:05 pm

      Looks like a must try to me! I do have a cast iron skillet but rarely use it. This is the perfect recipe for it! I’m sure it’s going to be delicious.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        May 23, 2018 at 7:11 pm

        Carrie,
        Get that cast iron skillet out! It’s all we use in our household! You’re gonna love this pork tenderloin!

        Reply
    11. Nisha says

      May 23, 2018 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      Combination of veggies and meats <3 this is so awesome. thank you for sharing this recipe 🙂

      Reply
    12. Kiwi says

      May 23, 2018 at 7:13 am

      Unfortunately as a pescatarian, I cant eat the pork loins. I love all of the sides that comes with this dish I can enjoy that!

      Reply
    13. Essi says

      May 22, 2018 at 3:51 pm

      Your food looks so delicious! Love the picture and the recipe. Will surely try this soon.

      Reply
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