Description
Sizzling honey bbq bacon wrapped pork delivers pure comfort on your dinner plate, creating a mouthwatering combination that brings serious flavor to your table. Crispy bacon and tender pork mingle with sweet and tangy honey bbq sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal that disappears quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch medallions
- 8 slices bacon
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and crispy bacon edges.
- Season 1 pound of pork tenderloin medallions thoroughly with 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp salt, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Carefully wrap each seasoned medallion with a slice of bacon, securing the bacon with a toothpick if your bacon doesn’t naturally adhere.
- Whisk together ½ cup honey and ¼ cup barbecue sauce in a small bowl until your sauce is smooth and well-combined.
- Generously brush each bacon-wrapped medallion with the honey BBQ mixture, coating all sides for maximum flavor.
- Place the prepared medallions on the parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated 375°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching the bacon transform to a golden crispy texture.
- Check the internal temperature of the pork, ensuring it reaches 145°F with a meat thermometer for safe consumption.
- Optional: Switch the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes to create an extra crispy bacon exterior, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let the medallions rest for 3-5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish to your dish.
Notes
- Bacon thickness matters, so choose a medium-cut bacon that will crisp nicely without overwhelming the pork medallions.
- Brush the sauce multiple times during baking to build layers of flavor and help the bacon caramelize.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute, keeping your pork tender and moist.
- When checking internal temperature, use a reliable meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the medallion for accurate results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Pork
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 398 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg