If you’re looking for a dinner that feels special but comes together with weeknight ease, this Maple Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is a standout. It’s fast, flavorful, and beautifully balanced, sweet, smoky, and savory all in one bite. Best of all, it’s ready in about 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings when you still want something that looks and tastes like a celebration.
Serve it with Roasted Red Apples and Onions. The apples soften and sweeten in the oven, while the onions add depth and a hint of sharpness that complements the bacon and maple glaze beautifully. It’s a fall-inspired side that turns this simple pork tenderloin into a seasonal showstopper.
Tip : The bacon should provide the salt needed, but season with kosher salt to taste.
Ingredients
- 8 strips bacon
- 1 lb whole trimmed pork tenderloin cut in half
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- vegetable spray
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 recipe Roasted Red Apples and Onions
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients before starting recipe.
- Preheat oven to 400℉
- Cut 1 lb whole trimmed pork tenderloin in half, season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste and wrap each half with 4 strips of bacon.
- Spray a medium sized skillet with vegetable spray and heat over medium high heat for 1-2 minutes. Add wrapped tenderloin halves and sear for 4 minutes without disturbing.
- Flip the tenderloin and sear for another 4 minutes, then turn to sear the sides for another 2 minutes per side until all sides are golden. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 10 minutes or until the internal temperature has reached 145°F (63°C).
- Remove tenderloin to a plate and baste with 2 tbsp maple syrup. Allow to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
