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Bacon Wrapped Chili Lime Pork Tenderloin

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Donna Urso

If you’ve ever wanted a dinner that feels a little special but doesn’t take a lot of effort, this bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin is a great choice.

The marinade adds bold flavor, the bacon keeps the pork juicy, and the whole dinner comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have.

Easy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin (Juicy, Flavorful, Oven Recipe)

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Bacon-Wrapped Chili-Lime Pork Tenderloin
Pork is a meal choice that works any time of year.  It works for comfort food recipes and lighter grilling options.  This bacon-wrapped chili lime pork tenderloin is a dinner choice that falls between the light meal and comfort-food dinner options. 

Why You'll Love This Dinner

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  • Pork tenderloin is quick to prepare and also cooks quickly. 
  • Flexible marinade. For the best flavor, marinate overnight, but even a few hours will still give you great results. Short on time? Use a store-bought seasoned tenderloin and skip this step entirely. The lime in this chili lime marinade delivers a fresh pop of flavor.  Be sure to add the zest of the lime for an additional zing.  Serve with the tomato and corn relish for added zip. I highly recommend the relish on the side.
  • Bacon helps lock in moisture, so you get tender, juicy pork every time.
  • Zesty relish. You can skip the relish, but if you want big flavor, don't.

When to Serve Bacon-Wrapped Chili-Lime Pork Tenderloin

  • This is a great weeknight dinner when you’ve had a few minutes to prep ahead.
  • Casual entertaining is a perfect opportunity.  This meal will impress without wearing you out.
  • Sunday dinner is a perfect time to treat your family to a dinner that is a little special.

    • Bacon-Wrapped Chili-Lime Pork Tenderloin

    You Will Need:

    Sliced Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
    Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
    Serves Four

    • 1 pork tenderloin
    • 6-8 slices of bacon
    • 3 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 lime, zested and juiced
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, if you like spicy
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    The Relish
    • 1/2 cup chopped tomato
    • 1/2 cup cooked or grilled corn kernels
    • 1/2 jalapeno pepper, minced
    • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
    • 1/2 lime, juiced
    • salt and pepper, to taste
    Directions
    In a small bowl. mix together all of the ingredients, except the pork tenderloin and the bacon.  Place the pork tenderloin in a glass or ceramic baking dish or a zip-top plastic bag.  Pour the marinade over the pork tenderloin being sure to cover well.  Refrigerate overnight, or up to 48 hours.  The longer you marinate, the more flavorful it will be.

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.  Wrap the marinated pork tenderloin with the slices of bacon. Place the prepared pork tenderloin on a shallow baking sheet.  Toss chunks of potato with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to roast alongside the pork tenderloin.

    Bake the pork tenderloin for 40-45 minutes, or until it registers 145 degrees F on your meat thermometer.

    Bacon Wrapped Chili Lime Marinated Pork Tenderloin
    The Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

    While the pork is cooking, mix together the ingredients for the relish.  Serve as a side with this pork tenderloin. You'll love the added pop of flavor.

    Why Your Pork Tenderloin Didn’t Turn Out Juicy

    • dry → overcooked
    • tough → not rested
    • bland → not enough marinade time

    Other Dinners to Try

    If you’re looking for another easy dinner that feels special, try my Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken or One-Pan Tomato Feta Chicken Thighs. 

    The Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe


    pork dinner
    dinner
    American
    Yield: 4
    Author: Donna Urso
    Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Chili Lime Marinade

    Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Chili Lime Marinade

    A quick, delicious chili lime marinated pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon that feels special but doesn't take a lot of effort.

    Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 45 MinTotal time: 55 Min

    Ingredients

    Relish

    Instructions

    1. In a small bowl. mix together all of the ingredients, except the pork tenderloin and the bacon. Place the pork tenderloin in a glass or ceramic baking dish or a zip-top plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork tenderloin being sure to cover well. Refrigerate overnight, or up to 48 hours. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful it will be.
    2. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Wrap the marinated pork tenderloin with the slices of bacon. Place the prepared pork tenderloin on a shallow baking sheet. Toss chunks of potato with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to roast alongside the pork tenderloin.
    3. Bake the pork tenderloin for 40-45 minutes, or until it registers 145 degrees F on your meat thermometer. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
    4. While the pork is cooking, mix together the ingredients for the relish. Serve as a side with this pork tenderloin. You'll love the added pop of flavor.

    Notes

    Your cook time will vary with the size of your tenderloin.

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    Nutrition Facts

    Calories

    830

    Fat (grams)

    42 g

    Sat. Fat (grams)

    12 g

    Carbs (grams)

    8 g

    Fiber (grams)

    2 g

    Net carbs

    6 g

    Sugar (grams)

    2 g

    Protein (grams)

    100 g

    Sodium (milligrams)

    1173 mg

    Cholesterol (grams)

    320 mg

    Nutrional information is approximate.

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    Comments

    1. Gayle KesingerJanuary 13, 2021 at 8:13 AM

      I made this Sunday night for two friends. The pork was delicious even though I didn't marinate it as long as the recipe called for. I think the bacon was a great addition. I loved the relish but my friends were ambivalent about it. I ate more relish on Monday. Will definitely be doing this recipe again. No more dried up pork tenderloins.

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    2. RobinJune 2, 2021 at 5:14 PM

      Used a purchased marinated Montreal seasoned pork tenderloin with JustOneDonna caramelized onions which are always in ready to go packets in my freezer!!

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