Description
Creamy garlic pork medallions are a delightful dish that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary celebrations. This recipe features tender pork tenderloin bathed in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce, creating an aromatic experience that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Quick to prepare, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it with your favorite sides for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork tenderloin and slice into 1-inch thick medallions.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork medallions for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream; let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Plate the medallions, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medallion with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg