Best 7 Apple Pecan Tenderloin Medallions Recipes

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Apple pecan tenderloin medallions are a delectable main course that combines the sweet flavors of apples and pecans with the savory flavors of pork. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The tenderloin medallions are coated in a pecan crust and then pan-fried until golden brown. They are then served with a sweet and tangy apple sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PORK MEDALLIONS WITH SAUTEED APPLES



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Pork and apples are such a good match, and this down-home supper is proof. I really like that the lean cut of meat is tender and juicy, but healthy, too. -Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons cornstarch
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon butter
2 medium apples, thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, broth and apple juice. In a nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add apples, green onions and garlic; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until apples are crisp-tender. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Keep warm., Mix thyme, paprika, salt and pepper. Pound pork slices with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle both sides with seasonings., Place pork on a broiler pan. Broil 3 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with apples.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLE-PECAN PORK TENDERLOIN



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This recipe was born when I needed to use up some apple cider. The dish was so good and is now a go-to for company. I like to crush the nuts with a rolling pin but chopping works fine, too -Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, add the pork, apple cider and 1 teaspoon salt. Turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 425°. Spread pecans on a plate. Drain pork, discarding marinade. In a small bowl, mix honey and mustard; rub over pork. Roll pork in pecans, patting to help nuts adhere., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63 mg cholesterol, Sodium 817 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22 g carbohydrate (19 g sugars, Fiber 1 g fiber), Protein 24 g protein.

APPLE-PECAN TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS



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Quick, easy and delicious. I serve it with cheddar mashed potatoes, a veggie and bread. Great fall meal.

Provided by pines506

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
2 tablespoons butter
1 (16 ounce) can sliced apples, drained
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it sizzles.
  • Reduce heat to medium and arrange pork slices in skillet.
  • Cook 5 minutes; turn slices.
  • Spoon apples over pork.
  • Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans.
  • Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes until pork is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.6, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 90.1, Sodium 103, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 25.6, Protein 24.9

APPLE-PECAN TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS



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This quick dinner from Ann Council is perfect for a fall week night. Serve with steamed green beans and a crusty bread.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons butter
1 (16 ounce) can sliced apples, drained
¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Trim fat from pork. Cut pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it sizzles. Reduce heat to medium. Arrange pork slices in skillet. Cook for 2 minutes; turn slices. Spoon apples over pork. Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans. Cover and cook for 4 to 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 91.2 mg, Sugar 31 g

PORK TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS WITH APPLES AND HERBS



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Fruit always brings out the flavor of pork tenderloin medallions. In this recipe, it's a double hit of apple flavor that does this trick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1 pork tenderloin (1 lb.), cut crosswise into 8 pieces
2 apples, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh sage
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
2 Tbsp. apple juice

Steps:

  • Heat dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 4 to 5 min. on each side or until done (145ºF). Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Add apples to same skillet; cook and stir 4 min. or until crisp-tender. Add remaining ingredients; stir to scrape browned bits from bottom of skillet. Return meat to skillet; spoon apple mixture over meat. Cook until meat and apple mixture are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

PORK MEDALLIONS IN APPLE MUSTARD SAUCE



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This is out of TOH Healthy Cooking magazine. It is from Tahnia Fox. This cooks up very quickly and is a nice, different way to have pork. I didn't have apple juice so I used peach juice and it worked just fine.

Provided by Zaney1

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons apple juice concentrate
4 1/2 teaspoons whole grain mustard
4 pork loin chops
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine chicken broth, apple juice concentrate, and mustard.
  • Set aside.
  • Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil.
  • Brown chops in the oil.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • Add the garlic to the pan.
  • Saute 1 minute.
  • Add reserved broth mixture, stirring to loosen the browned bits from the pan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup.
  • Return pork to pan.
  • Cover and let cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes or till meat is cooked through.
  • Combine cornstarch and cold water and mix until smooth.
  • Add to the pan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes or til thickened.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

APPLE-PECAN TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS



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This quick dinner from Ann Council is perfect for a fall week night. Serve with steamed green beans and a crusty bread.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons butter
1 (16 ounce) can sliced apples, drained
¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Trim fat from pork. Cut pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it sizzles. Reduce heat to medium. Arrange pork slices in skillet. Cook for 2 minutes; turn slices. Spoon apples over pork. Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans. Cover and cook for 4 to 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 91.2 mg, Sugar 31 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, ripe apples and tenderloin medallions for the best flavor and texture.
  • Slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a heavy skillet: This will help prevent the apples and pork from sticking.
  • Cook the apples and pork over medium heat: This will help prevent them from burning.
  • Stir the apples and pork frequently: This will help ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Add the pecans at the end of cooking: This will help them retain their crunch.
  • Serve the apple-pecan tenderloin medallions immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the skillet.

Conclusion:

Apple-pecan tenderloin medallions are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sweet and savory flavors of the apples and pecans pair perfectly with the tender pork, and the dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Serve the apple-pecan tenderloin medallions with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

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