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Pan-Seared Pork Medallions with Simple Garlic Butter Sauce

Five perfectly seared Pork Medallions resting in a bright yellow, herb-flecked sauce on a white plate.
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Cook tender pork medallions quickly on the stovetop and finish them with a fast, flavorful garlic butter sauce. This recipe is suitable for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch thick medallions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork medallions dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Carefully place the pork medallions in the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Work in batches if necessary.
  4. Sear the pork for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Remove the cooked pork from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covering loosely with foil to keep warm.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Let the sauce simmer and reduce slightly for 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Return the pork medallions to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for 30 seconds to coat.
  9. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, let the seasoned pork rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; 145 degrees Fahrenheit is the safe internal temperature for pork.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and whisk it into the simmering broth mixture.

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