Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Dijon Sauce – Juicy & Elegant

This Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Dijon Sauce is the kind of dinner that feels gourmet but is easy enough for any weeknight. Juicy, pan-seared pork is served with a luscious, tangy cream sauce infused with Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs. It’s rich without being heavy and guaranteed to impress.

The first time I made this, I was aiming for something restaurant-quality without the complexity. The result? Tender pork with golden edges and a velvety sauce that turns simple ingredients into something special. A splash of white wine adds depth, while cream and Dijon create an irresistible flavor.

Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of sauce. It’s elegant enough for guests, yet easy enough to make when you just want to elevate your weeknight game.

If you’re looking for a creamy pork tenderloin recipe that checks all the boxes—easy, flavorful, and memorable—this is it. And yes, it’s even better than it sounds.

Best-Ever Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Dijon Sauce – Juicy & Elegant

Juicy pork tenderloin seared and smothered in a rich, creamy Dijon garlic sauce. Fancy enough for company, easy enough for a weeknight.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pork tenderloins about 1 lb each
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup white wine or more broth
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or thyme sprigs

Method
 

  1. Pat pork dry and season all over with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Sear pork on all sides until browned (8–10 min total). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic. Cook 1 minute.
  4. Deglaze with wine and broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Stir in Dijon and thyme. Simmer 2 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat and add cream and butter. Stir until smooth.
  7. Return pork to pan. Cover and simmer on low 12–15 minutes or until internal temp is 145°F.
  8. Rest pork 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with spoonfuls of sauce.

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