Garlic Butter Pork Tenderloin

5 from 14 votes

This easy garlic butter pork tenderloin is seared then oven-baked for juicy, tender pork in just 20 minutes. One-pan, simple seasoning, big flavor!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Pork Tenderloin

Servings: servings

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Pat 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Rub all over with 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons salted butter. Add 5 teaspoons minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant.
Place the seasoned pork tenderloin in the skillet and cook, turning with tongs, until browned on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet directly to the oven. (If your skillet is not oven-safe, move the pork and pan juices to a baking dish.)
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium, as measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, spooning any garlic butter from the pan over the pork slices.