Make a complete, flavorful dinner on one pan with this simple recipe for garlic herb pork tenderloin and crispy roasted baby potatoes.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:35 min
Total Time:45 min
Yield:3 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed
1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the herb rub.
Place the trimmed pork tenderloin on the prepared baking sheet. Rub the herb mixture evenly over the entire surface of the pork.
In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Arrange the potatoes around the pork tenderloin on the baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer for even roasting.
Roast for 20 minutes.
Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Gently toss the potatoes to promote even browning.
Return the pan to the oven and continue roasting for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
Remove the pork from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish the sliced pork and potatoes with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For crispier potatoes, ensure they are cut into uniform, small pieces and are not overcrowded on the sheet pan.
If your potatoes are very small, you may want to start roasting them 10 minutes before adding the seasoned pork tenderloin.
Use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin to check for doneness.