These Pork Medallions deliver restaurant-quality elegance in under 30 minutes with their golden seared exterior and tender, juicy interior. The secret is the tangy-sweet glaze made from balsamic vinegar, honey, and garlic that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a glossy coating that makes each bite irresistible. It’s the kind of impressive yet simple dish that transforms weeknight dinners into something special.
If you love these elegant pork dishes, you’ll also enjoy our Sticky Honey Garlic Pork for another sweet and savory combination. For more quick protein options with sophisticated flavors, try our Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce or Korean BBQ Pork—both deliver that same restaurant-worthy experience with unique flavor profiles.
Pork Medallions
Tender pork medallions seared to perfection and finished in a balsamic-honey glaze for a savory-sweet main dish that’s effortlessly elegant.
4
servings15
minutes20
minutes350
kcal35
minutesIngredients
1 lb pork tenderloin
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
2 cloves garlic
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Use a sharp knife to cut the pork tenderloin into even medallions, approximately 1 inch thick.
- Season the pork medallions with salt and black pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork medallions to the hot skillet and sear them for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until well browned.
- Remove the pork medallions from the skillet and set aside. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, stirring to deglaze and loosen browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar and honey, then add the pork medallions back into the skillet along with any accumulated juices.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon sauce over each medallion for additional flavor.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Can’t get enough of great flavors? Check out these popular recipes that readers love making again and again.
For more elevated protein dishes, our Oven Roasted Brisket and Savory Garlic Butter Ribeye deliver impressive main courses that are perfect for special dinners. When you’re craving bold, flavorful meals, the Chile Colorado and Crockpot Birria Tacos bring rich, satisfying comfort to your dinner table. Need more quick elegant options? Our Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto and Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce offer that same sophisticated appeal you’ll love.
Browse our full collection for more kitchen inspiration that’ll have your family asking for seconds.
