Pork Medallions Recipe

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need:

• 1 lb. pork tenderloin
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 tbsp. water
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare your pork medallions:

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F.
2. Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin and cut it into 1-inch thick medallions.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
4. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the pork medallions, making sure to coat both sides.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add the pork medallions to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned.
7. Transfer the pork medallions to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
8. Remove the pork medallions from the oven and transfer them to a plate to rest.
9. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
10. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
12. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
13. Remove the skillet from the heat and spoon the sauce over the pork medallions.
14. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Here is the nutritional information for one serving of pork medallions:

• Calories: 321
• Protein: 29g
• Fat: 19g
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 734mg

This recipe serves four people.

Tips and Variations

Here are some tips and variations to help you customize this recipe to your liking:

• If you don't have pork tenderloin, you can use pork chops instead.
• Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can add more or less of any of the spices listed in the recipe.
• If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use yellow mustard or grainy mustard instead.
• If you want to make this recipe dairy-free, you can use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
• Serve the pork medallions with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

With its juicy and tender meat, flavorful seasoning, and creamy sauce, this pork medallions recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household. Try it out for your next dinner party or family gathering and impress your guests with your culinary skills!