There’s something satisfying about making a meal that’s both simple and incredibly flavorful. This Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Gravy checks all the boxes. I came up with this recipe one evening when I wanted a new spin on pork tenderloin, and it quickly became a favorite at our house.

The pork is seasoned and seared until golden brown, then roasted with crushed garlic, white wine, and chicken stock for extra depth. The real star is the garlic gravy: smooth, savory, and full of rich, garlicky goodness.

What You Will Need

Ingredients for Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Gravy

Here is what you will need on hand to make this delicious pork tenderloin recipe:

Pork tenderloin (approximately 1.25 pounds)
Salt and pepper to taste
Poultry seasoning
Olive oil
Butter
Whole cloves of garlic (peeled and crushed)
White wine
Chicken stock
Flour
Fresh thyme leaves

Equipment needed:

A large saute pan or skillet with a lid. (Choose a pan that is oven-proof to 400 degrees)
Whisk
Sieve for sifting flour

How to make Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Gravy

Adding salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning to the pork tenderloin — 1. Season the pork tenderloin with salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning

Adding pats of butter to a saute pan — 2. Add olive oil and butter to the pan, and heat until butter is bubbling

Seared pork tenderloin in a saute pan — 3. Add pork tenderloin to the pan and sear on all sides until it’s nice and brown.

Pork tenderloin, crushed cloves of garlic in a saute pan. Pouring chicken stock and wine to the pan from a small measuring cup — 4. Add the garlic, wine, and 1/4 cup of the chicken stock to the pan.

Covered saute pan in an oven — 5. Once the pan liquids reduce by half, cover the pan and place it in a preheated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes

Sifting flour over the pan juices — 6. After 20 minutes, carefully remove the pan from the oven. Remove the pork tenderloin from the pan and cover it to keep it warm. Then sift the flour over the pan juices.

Whisking the flour into the pan juices — 7. Whisk the flour into the pan juices, then slowly add the rest of the chicken stock. Cook the gravy until it’s thickened, stirring often.

Pouring the garlic gravy over sliced pork tenderloin — 8. Slice the pork tenderloin, and top with the garlic gravy.

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve this dish with roasted potatoes and a simple medley of vegetables, but it would be equally delicious with Creamy Potato Bake (a family favorite!) and a slice of crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, this recipe is a reliable go-to that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.

Pork tenderloin with garlic gravy displayed on a rectangular white platter. Garlic, fresh thyme, a bottle of wine and flowers are in the background

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

If by some miracle you have leftovers, they’re just as good the next day. Simply place them in a covered dish and store in the refrigerator for up to three days. The pork reheats beautifully in the microwave, making it a fantastic lunch or easy repeat dinner.

Pork tenderloin with garlic gravy displayed on a rectangular platter. Cloves of garlic and thyme leaves surround the platter

Let me Know What You Think

If you give this recipe a try, I’d love to hear how it turns out! Feel free to send me a message or connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Sharing your photos or tagging @ModernClassicHost always makes my day!

Pork Tenderloin with Gravy on a white platter with a silver fork. Herbs are scattered around the platter and a blue napkin is next to it

Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Gravy

Lisa Funsch

This tender pork tenderloin is seared to perfection and finished in the oven with a rich garlic-infused gravy. Moist, juicy, and full of flavor, it’s a simple yet elegant main dish your whole family will love.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Equipment

large saute pan or skillet with lid
Whisk
Sieve for sifting flour

Ingredients

1 Pork tenderloin, Approximately 1¼ pounds
Salt and pepper, to taste
1½ tsp Poultry seasoning
2 tbsp Olive Oil
2 tbsp Butter
5 cloves Garlic, peeled and crushed
¼ cup White wine
¾ cup Chicken stock, divided
1 tbsp Flour
1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400℉
Sprinkle salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning all over the pork tenderloin
Place large saute pan or skillet over medium high heat
Add olive oil and butter to the pan. Heat until butter melts and begins to bubble
Add pork tenderloin to the pan and sear on all sides until brown. (Approximately 5-7 minutes)
Add crushed garlic cloves, wine and ¼ cup of the chicken stock to the pan
Allow liquid to bubble in pan until it reduces by half (approximately 2-3 minutes)
Cover pan and place in 400℉ oven for 20 minutes
After 20 minutes, remove pan from oven and carefully remove the lid from the pan
Remove the pork tenderloin from the pan and place on a platter. Cover with aluminum foil to keep it warm
Place the pan (with the juices and garlic cloves) over medium heat. Using a sifter, sift the flour over the pan juices and whisk well.
Slowly add the remaining chicken stock to the pan.
Cook over medium-low heat, whisking often until the sauce thickens (approximately 2-3 minutes).
Slice the pork tenderloin, pour the garlic gravy over the top, and garnish with fresh thyme leaves.

Keyword Pork Tenderloin Recipe, Pork tenderloin with garlic, Pork tenderloin with gravy

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2 Comments

This looks fabulous, Lisa. I will be making this right away!

Lisa Funsch says:

July 31, 2025 at 5:07 pm

Thank you! Let me know how it turns out!

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