Creamy Garlic Pork Medallions
Creamy garlic pork medallions are a comforting and indulgent dish that brings a touch of gourmet flair to your weeknight dinners. Tender pork tenderloin is seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Serve it alongside rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the medallions for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until combined. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the pork medallions to the skillet and allow them to soak up the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork medallion (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a lighter variation, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or use coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Add spinach or other vegetables to enhance nutrition.