Ingredients
Method
- Pat pork tenderloins dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides until golden brown, about 8 minutes total. The sizzling sound tells you it's working perfectly. Remove pork and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onions and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and turn golden, roughly 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up those flavorful brown bits. Whisk in cream of mushroom soup, heavy cream, and thyme until smooth.
- Return seared pork to the skillet, nestling it into the creamy mushroom mixture. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
Notes
Don't skip searing the pork - it locks in flavor and creates beautiful color. Avoid overcooking by using a meat thermometer; pork tenderloin can go from perfect to dry quickly. Don't rush the mushrooms; let them cook until golden for deeper flavor. Let the pork rest before slicing to keep juices sealed inside. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in airtight containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a covered skillet with a splash of broth to restore creaminess and prevent drying out.
