Cranberry Orange Pork Tenderloin | Quick & Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

Make dinner a breeze with this juicy Cranberry Orange Pork Tenderloin! Tender pork paired with a sweet-tart cranberry-orange sauce creates a perfect balance of flavors. Ready in under an hour and all baked in one dish, it’s an easy, impressive meal your family will love. Gluten-free and full of vibrant, fresh ingredients—ideal for busy nights or special occasions! #PorkTenderloin #EasyDinner #WeeknightMeals #GlutenFree #FamilyFriendly

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Cranberry Orange Pork Tenderloin: A Flavorful Delight!

Cranberry Orange Pork Tenderloin is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of cranberries with the zest of oranges, creating a perfect balance for a tender pork tenderloin.ezstandalone.cmd.push(function { ezstandalone.showAds(139); });

  • Author: Chef Sally

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Zest of 1 orange

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and orange zest.
  3. Place the pork tenderloin in a baking dish and pour the cranberry mixture over it.
  4. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with the cranberry sauce.

Notes

For a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar to taste.
Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Protein: 25g

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