Drool-worthy Cajun Pork Tenderloin Recipe (20 Minutes, 5 Ingredients) Pork Dinner Budget Recipes

Take one bite of this sweet and spicy Cajun pork tenderloin and you’ll want to say, “Laissez les bon temps rouler!” Let the good times roll! With only five ingredients, this flavor-packed pork recipe will be on repeat for family dinners. 

To make this easy Cajun pork tenderloin recipe you will need just five simple ingredients. You probably already have all of them in your fridge and pantry. Here is what to grab: a pork tenderloin, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, apricot preserves and Dijon mustard.

Serve this pork dinner with your favorite side dishes. Slice or chop any leftovers for pork tenderloin sandwiches or your favorite fried rice recipe. You could also cook two pork tenderloins at a time and freeze one for later.

Fun Fact: Eating pork on New Year's Day is said to bring luck and progress. This succulent pork tenderloin recipe will bring you flavor for days!

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 - 2 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (I use Tony Chachere’s)
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Recipe Notes

• Try this recipe with pork chops. This will affect cooking time.

• Every brand of Cajun seasoning has a different heat level. Experiment with different brands until you find your favorite.

• Try this recipe with different fruit preserves.

Here’s how to make it:

1. Combine the Cajun seasoning and brown sugar.
2. In another bowl, combine apricot preserves and Dijon mustard.
3. Put the tenderloin in a baking pan lined with foil (makes cleanup easier) and sprinkle with salt. Rub the brown sugar mixture all over the meat.
4. Cook in a preheated 400-degree F oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, brushing often with the apricot-Dijon mixture, until it reaches 145 degrees F.
    

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