Best Easy Pan-Seared Pork Medallions Recipe

Tender pan-seared pork medallions in a savory pan sauce make a quick, elegant, high protein dinner. This lean cut is ideal for clean eats and pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 245 kcal
#high protein #diabetic friendly #low carb
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • pork tenderloin 1 lb
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • unsalted butter 1 tbsp
  • shallot 1 small
  • chicken broth 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • fresh thyme leaves 1 tsp
  • Dijon mustard 2 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 4 g 7%
Protein 30 g 49%
Fat 11 g 44%
Serving size 170g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions and pat each piece dry with paper towels for best searing.

  2. 2

    Season medallions on both sides with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add medallions in a single layer (work in batches if needed).

  4. 4

    Sear pork 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and just cooked through, then transfer to a plate and tent with foil.

  5. 5

    Reduce skillet heat to medium. Add butter and swirl until melted, then stir in finely chopped shallot, sautéing for 1 minute.

  6. 6

    Pour in chicken broth, scrape browned bits with a wooden spoon, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce by half.

  7. 7

    Whisk in Dijon mustard and fresh thyme leaves, then return pork (and juices) to the pan, coating each medallion in sauce. Simmer 1 minute to heat through.

  8. 8

    Taste sauce for seasoning. Serve immediately, spooning pan sauce over the medallions.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The star ingredient is pork tenderloin, selected for its tenderness and lean profile. Its quick cook time and mild flavor are complemented by the pan sauce with shallots, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme.
Q. How do I avoid overcooking pork medallions?
Sear medallions on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side. Removing them from the pan as soon as they are just cooked (slightly pink in the center) helps prevent dryness. Resting the pork while you make the sauce keeps them juicy before finishing in the sauce for a final gentle heat-through.
Q. What gives the pan sauce its savory depth?
A combination of sautéed shallots, chicken broth reduction, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme leaves builds a rich, aromatic sauce. The browned bits left from pork searing add extra flavor when deglazed with broth.
Q. How many calories and how much protein are in each serving?
Each 170g serving contains approximately 245 kcal and packs 30g of protein, supporting high-protein or clean-eating goals while keeping carbs low at just 4g.
Q. Can this recipe fit a low-carb or diabetic-friendly eating plan?
Yes, with only 4g of carbs per serving, this dish is suitable for low carb and diabetic-friendly diets, while still providing a robust 30g of protein and moderate fat.
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