Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

A juicy pork tenderloin wrapped in crispy bacon, perfect for special occasions or a quick weeknight dinner with minimal dishes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 to 1.5 pounds Pork tenderloin Choose one that is similar thickness end to end
8 to 12 slices Bacon Depending on how wide they are
to taste Salt Do not skip
to taste Pepper Do not skip
to taste Garlic powder Optional but recommended
to taste Smoked paprika Optional but recommended
1 tablespoon Brown sugar or honey For a sweet salty flavor
to taste Dijon mustard Optional but adds flavor
splash Olive oil For searing
as needed Kitchen twine or toothpicks For securing bacon
1 Oven safe skillet or sheet pan with a rack For roasting

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the pork dry with paper towels.
Season the pork with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a little brown sugar or Dijon mustard if desired.
Wrap the pork tenderloin tightly in overlapping bacon slices and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
Optional: Sear the wrapped tenderloin in an oven-safe skillet for a couple of minutes per side if you desire extra browning.

Cooking

Place the pork in the oven and roast until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 20 to 30 minutes.
Let the pork rest for 8 to 10 minutes before slicing into medallions.

Notes

For variations, you can brush the bacon with a brown sugar and vinegar mixture, or use herbs like rosemary or thyme for added flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.