Cajun Pork Tenderloin With Braised Greens Recipe

Name: Cajun Pork Tenderloin With Braised Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, thinly sliced; 1 small red onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 8 cups kale, roughly chopped; 1 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth, plus; ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 large tomatoes, diced; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 (14 ounce) pork tenderloin, each halved crosswise; ½ cup chicken stock; store-bought dinner rolls or biscuit

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes
8 cups kale, roughly chopped
1 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth, plus
¼ cup low sodium chicken broth
1 large tomatoes, diced
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 (14 ounce) pork tenderloin, each halved crosswise
½ cup chicken stock
store-bought dinner rolls or biscuit

1
FOR THE GREENS: Cook the bacon over medium heat in a large skillet until browned, about 6 minutes.
2
Add the onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper flakes and tomato, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the kale and 1 1/2 cups broth, cover, cook until wilted, about 8 minutes.
4
Stir in 1/4 cup broth and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
5
FOR THE PORK: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6
Combine the Cajun spice, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and salt to make paste.
7
Rub the pork with spice paste.
8
Heat a skillet over medium-high.
9
Add the remaining olive oil and sear the pork, turning until all sides are golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes total.
10
Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat registers 150 degrees F, about 10 to 12 minutes.
11
Set aside for 5 minutes to rest on a cutting board.
12
Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup chicken broth.
13
Reduce a little and swirl in 2 tablespoons butter.
14
Thinly slice the pork, divide among 4 plates.
15
Drizzle with pan sauce and serve with the greens and dinner rolls or biscuits.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, thinly sliced, 1 small red onion, sliced, 2 garlic cloves, smashed, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Cajun Pork Tenderloin With Braised Greens falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Pork Tenderloin With Braised Greens

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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