30 Pork Tenderloin Recipes: Oven Baked Dishes to Delight! 

September 26, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

If you imagine that baked or roasted pork tenderloin dishes are boring, think again! Pork tenderloin recipes in the oven can be creative, filled with flavor, oh so delicious! If you don't believe it, just check out these gorgeous recipes right here! 

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1. Baked Italian Pork Tenderloin 

If you are looking for a flavorful, Italian-inspired baked pork tenderloin, then this is the recipe for you! You start by marinating the tenderloin in Italian salad dressing. Then, season and sear the tenderloin before transferring to a foil packet. Sprinkle the tenderloin with Italian herbs and pats of butter. Wrap in foil and bake until tender. 

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Baked Italian Pork Tenderloin

2. Baked Smoky Pork Tenderloin 

The paprika, cumin, and chipotle powder adds a smoky flavor to the pork tenderloin. These spices are balanced out with tangy mustard and sweet brown sugar. The tenderloin is seasoned, seared, and then transferred to an oven. When it is done, slice into medallions and serve with pan drippings. 

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Baked Smoky Pork Tenderloin

3. Garlic Butter Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

If you are looking for a crowd pleaser, then it doesn't get any better than this garlic butter tenderloin! Make up a rub with garlic, butter, and herbs. Apply some of this to the tenderloin and bake until just done. Then, apply the rest of the garlic butter to the tenderloin and serve! 

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Garlic Butter Roasted Pork Tenderloin

4. Cajun Honey Butter Baked Pork Tenderloin 

If you prefer something a little smoky and spicy, then check out this recipe! The tenderloin is coated with Cajun seasoning and baked in the oven. In the same pan, add broth, honey, butter, and lime to make a sweet and zesty sauce that is the perfect partner to the savory tenderloin! 

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Cajun Honey Butter Baked Pork Tenderloin

5. Bacon Wrapped Baked Pork Tenderloin 

This is a delicious and indulgent recipe that is sure to be a hit with everyone! The pork tenderloin is seasoned and browned before it is wrapped in bacon. This is then brushed with honey and then baked until perfect - make sure to baste the wrapped tenderloin with the pan juices to add even more flavor! 

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Bacon Wrapped Baked Pork Tenderloin

6. Honey Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes

You get a whole meal on one sheet pan with this recipe! The potatoes are seasoned and pre-cooked. Then, you make up a sweet, tangy, and herby coating with honey, garlic, dijon mustard, and herbs. This is applied to the tenderloin and potatoes and both are baked until done. 

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Honey Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes

7. Chipotle Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

This pork tenderloin recipe is absolutely divine because there are so many flavors working together in harmony! The pork tenderloin is poked and then coated in chipotle in adobo sauce, honey, lime, garlic, and cilantro before being roasted to perfection! 

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Chipotle Roasted Pork Tenderloin

8. Honey Dijon Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

These flavors work beautifully together and go especially well with tenderloin - they are tasty but light enough so that they don't overpower the natural flavors of the pork. The tenderloin is covered in sauce, seared, brushed in sauce again before being baked. 

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Honey Dijon Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin

9. Baked Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes 

This is another recipe where the pork and the potatoes share center stage! The tenderloin is dressed in a tangy and spicy rub while the potatoes are tossed in spices and herbs. They are both placed on the same baking tray and cooked until golden brown. 

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Baked Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes

10. Oven Baked BBQ Pork Tenderloin

Yes, you can get barbecue-like results in an oven! The key here is to rub down the tenderloin with a homemade BBQ rub. Then, sear the pork and bake. Before the pork tenderloin is cooked through, rub down in barbecue sauce and roast more until a delicious glaze forms on the pork. 

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Oven Baked BBQ Pork Tenderloin

11. Baked Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Herb Pan Sauce

This baked tenderloin seems super fancy but is really easy to make! All you have to do is sear the tenderloin and place in a baking pan along with lemon wedges, herbs, garlic, and broth. Once the tenderloin has finished baking, remove the pork from the pan and make up a delicious pan sauce with the pan drippings. 

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Baked Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Herb Pan Sauce

12. Panko Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce 

Crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, this recipe is going to be a hit with a crowd! The tenderloin is marinated in buttermilk and mustard before it is coated in toasted and seasoned panko. It is then roasted and served with a homemade and aromatic dijon cream sauce! 

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Panko Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce

13. Parmesan Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin 

If you want an even more flavorful crust, this is the recipe to check out! The pork is brushed with honey and coated in a parmesan and herb panko crust. The tenderloin is baked until the surface is golden and the tenderloin is cooked all the way through. 

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Parmesan Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

14. Grilled Thai Pork Tenderloin with Coconut Lime Peanut Sauce

If you really want to spice up your pork tenderloin, this is the way to do it! The tenderloin is marinated in coconut milk, lemongrass, aromatics, fish sauce, peanut butter, and more! Once done, the tenderloin is baked while the marinade is turned into a sauce. Serve this with a side of homemade Thai cucumber salad. 

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Grilled Thai Pork Tenderloin with Coconut Lime Peanut Sauce

15. Pineapple and Brown Sugar Baked Pork Tenderloin 

This is such a sweet dish with a hint of spice to it! The pork tenderloin is scored and coated in a pineapple juice, spice, and honey glaze. The tenderloin is stuffed with pineapple and baked. Then apply another layer of the glaze and bake some more until the crust caramelizes! 

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Pineapple and Brown Sugar Baked Pork Tenderloin

16. Thai Sweet Chili Baked Pork Tenderloin 

This tenderloin is just bursting with flavor! The pork is coated in paprika, spices, and garlic before being seared. It is then baked - just before the tenderloin is done, it is brushed with sweet chili sauce so that a lovely glaze forms. Once it is caramelized, remove the tenderloin from the heat, rest, and serve. 

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Thai Sweet Chili Baked Pork Tenderloin

17. Baked Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin 

What makes this such a delicious dish is that the teriyaki sauce is homemade, ensuring that all the flavors really stand out. The pork is marinated in the teriyaki sauce and then baked. The tenderloin is then served with a side of more teriyaki sauce. 

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Baked Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin

18. Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples

Apples and pork are just perfect together! Here, the pork is seared and then baked on a bed of sauteed apples and onions. Once the pork is done cooking, make a sauce of the apples and onions and serve alongside the tenderloin! 

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Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples

19. Balsamic Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

This pork tenderloin is going to be an explosion of flavor with every bite! Here, the pork tenderloin is rubbed with balsamic vinegar. Then, it is scored and stuffed with garlic and sprinkled with herbs. This is then all roasted in the oven until the flavors are beautifully mixed! 

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Balsamic Roasted Pork Tenderloin

20. Cream Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin 

Creamy and a little bit spicy, this pork tenderloin is so indulgent it feels a little like fast food! Cut a slit in the tenderloin and add cream cheese and jalapeno rings along the cut. The tenderloin is then baked, rested, topped with cilantro, and served! 

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Cream Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

21. Roasted Italian Stuffed Pork Tenderloin 

If you want to wow guests and make your dinner look as fancy as possible, this is a dish you are going to want to try! All the veggies and parmesan are sauteed and stuffed into the tenderloin. The tenderloin is then wrapped in prosciutto and roasted to perfection! 

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Roasted Italian Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

22. Roasted Greek Pork Tenderloin 

This recipe is super simple but flavorful enough to become a fan favorite. It is just a matter of coating the tenderloin in Greek seasoning and then roasting the tenderloin. Rest the pork and slice into medallions before serving. 

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Roasted Greek Pork Tenderloin

23. One Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Veggies

If you want a full delicious meal with minimal effort, this is the recipe to check out! The pork tenderloin is brushed with a herb, honey, and garlic glaze and placed in a baking dish with the veggies. Everything is roasted together to perfection! 

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One Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Veggies

24. Paprika Baked Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli and Potatoes

This is such a delicious and robust meal! The pork tenderloin is coated in a smoked paprika spice mix and is placed on a tray along with seasoned broccoli and potatoes. Everything is baked together along with a bulb of garlic. The garlic is then used to make a roasted red pepper sauce which is served with the meat and veggies. 

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Paprika Baked Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli and Potatoes

25. Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin 

If you are on the lookout for something light and refreshing, then this is a great recipe for you! The tenderloin is brushed with mustard and then coated in a panko and herb coating. The tenderloin is roasted until the meat is tender and a crispy crust has formed on the outside! 

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Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

26. Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus and Potatoes

Marinate the pork in roasted garlic and black pepper before placing on a pan with seasoned potatoes and asparagus. Bake until everything is tender before resting the pork and serving the meat and veggies! 

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Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus and Potatoes

27. Roast Asian Pork Tenderloin 

This pork tenderloin is going to taste like your favorite takeout! The tenderloin is marinated in aromatics and soy sauce before being baked in the oven. In the meantime, make up a savory serving sauce that goes perfectly with the pork. 

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Roast Asian Pork Tenderloin

28. Citrus Chile Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

This is a zesty and spicy tenderloin that is sure to knock your socks off! Brine the tenderloins for a truly juicy result and then coat in ancho chile, grapefruit juice rub. Roast the pork before resting, cutting into medallions, and serving! 

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Citrus Chile Roasted Pork Tenderloin

29. Cranberry Roasted Pork Tenderloin 

While this can be the perfect holiday recipe, this pork tenderloin works at any time of the year! The tenderloin is seared and then coated in a homemade cranberry, garlic, and herb sauce. The tenderloin is baked, allowing the sauce to form a lovely glaze on top. 

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Cranberry Roasted Pork Tenderloin

30. Roasted Chili Lime Pork Tenderloin 

This pork tenderloin offers up flavor in every bite! It is zesty, spicy, and pungent. The pork tenderloin is coated in lime juice, chili, spices, and herbs. It is then roasted in the oven, rested, and served up! 

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Roasted Chili Lime Pork Tenderloin

There is a ton that you can do with pork tenderloin in the oven! There are the classic dishes that are sure to be crowd pleasers as well as the unique recipes that are sure to impress family and guests alike! Go ahead and get started with your taste tests!

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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