Quick Pork Tenderloin Parmesan

Elevate your weeknight dinner with Quick Pork Tenderloin Parmesan, a fast, flavorful twist on a classic Italian favorite. Tender pork medallions are seasoned to perfection, coated in a crispy Parmesan-panko crust, and pan-seared until golden. Topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella, this oven-baked masterpiece delivers restaurant-quality taste in under an hour. Ideal for busy cooks, this recipe combines simple ingredients with time-saving techniques while ensuring bold, comforting flavors. Serve with pasta, salad, or garlic bread for a complete meal that will wow your family and guests. Perfect for a quick dinner that doesn’t skimp on luxury!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork tenderloin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Lightly pound each piece with a meat mallet to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.

Step 3

Season both sides of the pork medallions with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: fill one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Dredge each piece of pork first in the flour (shaking off any excess), then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture. Press the breadcrumbs lightly to adhere.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork medallions in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Add more oil as needed between batches.

Step 7

Transfer all seared pork medallions to the skillet, arranging them in a single layer. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.

Step 8

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot with a side of pasta, salad, or garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1122.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2276.3

Total Fat 123.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 800.8mg	0%
Sodium 6126.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 183.9g	0%

Vitamin D 118.3IU	0%
Calcium 1388.6mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2332.5mg	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: 49.5%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 17.7%