Description
This Smoky Bacon Parmesan Stuffed Pork Tenderloin is a savory delight, featuring tender pork filled with a rich mixture of bacon, parmesan cheese, and herbs, all drizzled with a sweet honey glaze.
Ingredients
1 pork tenderloin (about 1.5 lbs)
4 slices of bacon, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then mix in bacon, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and parsley.
4. Butterfly the pork tenderloin and season with salt and pepper.
5. Stuff the pork with the bacon mixture and secure with toothpicks.
6. Heat olive oil in the skillet and sear the stuffed pork on all sides until golden brown.
7. Transfer the pork to a baking dish, mix honey and Dijon mustard, and drizzle over the pork.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
9. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the pork in your favorite spices for a few hours before cooking.
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg