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Easy Baked Pork Tenderloin

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-28 |14 Comments
Easy Baked Pork Tenderloin
Photo of Easy Baked Pork Tenderloin - finished dish

Easy Baked Pork Tenderloin

PREP10 min
COOK30 min

This Easy Baked Pork Tenderloin recipe delivers juicy, flavorful pork in just 45 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions—delicious, simple, and foolproof!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. 2
    Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Remove any visible silver skin with a sharp knife.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, thyme, and brown sugar into a paste.
  4. 4
    Place the pork on the prepared baking sheet. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork until completely coated.
  5. 5
    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) in the center.
  6. 6
    Remove from the oven and let the pork rest loosely covered with foil for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve!

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