Cajun Style Pork

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of the South with this irresistibly juicy Cajun Style Pork! This recipe features tender pork loin perfectly seasoned with a medley of Cajun spices, garlic powder, and paprika, first seared to golden perfection and then baked to juicy doneness in a rich, velvety sauce. The creamy Cajun sauce, made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and caramelized onions, adds a decadent touch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley lends a pop of color and freshness. Ready in under an hour, this one-skillet dish is as easy to prepare as it is flavorful, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend feast. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies for a complete, flavor-packed Cajun-inspired meal everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork loin
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Yellow onion
• 4 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and rub it all over with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice blend generously over the pork loin, coating it evenly.

Step 4

Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5

Sear the pork loin in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until it is browned all over. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once the butter has melted, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Stir in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 9

Add the heavy cream, the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, and stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Return the pork loin to the skillet, spoon some of the sauce over the top, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 11

Bake the pork for 25-30 minutes or until an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) is reached. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with the creamy Cajun sauce drizzled over the top. Pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1379.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3159.7

Total Fat 218.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 902.5mg	0%
Sodium 9626.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 250.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 245.3mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 4230.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.6%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 2.4%