Pork and Potatoes

If you’re looking for a hearty, healthy dish packed with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients, this pork and potatoes recipe is for you. It’s a comforting dish that’s super versatile, one you can easily enjoy for a weeknight dinner or even a holiday meal. Whether you use pork tenderloin or pork chops, this simple dish is easy to make in just a few steps. Even better, it’s a wholesome meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients for Pork and Potatoes

• Butter: In this pork and potatoes recipe, we cook the pork in butter in a hot pan. It helps add rich, savory flavor and creamy texture.
• Pork tenderloin: Pork tenderloin is a lean, tender cut of meat that cooks relatively quickly. If you don’t have access to tenderloin, you can certainly use pork chops instead—just be mindful that the cooking times may vary.
• Mushrooms: Mushrooms add earthy flavor and tender texture to this recipe. Feel free to use whatever kind you like best; portobello and cremini are both great options.
• Garlic: In this recipe, garlic gets sauteed in butter to make an earthy, savory and umami-packed base for this hearty dish.
• Red potatoes: Red potatoes have a waxy texture, which helps them retain firmness when they’re cooked in saucy dishes like this one.
• Chicken broth: Chicken broth is a great liquid to help keep this dish moist and flavorful. If you don’t have chicken broth at home, you can absolutely use vegetable broth or beef broth instead.
• Worcestershire sauce: This tangy condiment adds a powerful punch of umami to whatever it’s cooked in and helps highlight the meaty flavor of the dish.
• Flour: Flour is an essential ingredient here. It helps thicken the broth into a creamy, gravy-like texture that coats the meat and potatoes perfectly.
• Green onions: Not only do green onions add pops of color, they also add vibrant, earthy and oniony flavor to whatever they’re cooked in.

Directions

Step 1: Sear the pork

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In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Cook the pork for two to four minutes on each side or until tender, then remove it from the pan.

Step 2: Cook the potatoes and flavorings

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In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, then cook and stir until they’re almost tender. Add the garlic, and cook for one minute longer. Stir in the potatoes, 1-1/2 cups of the broth, the Worcestershire sauce and the salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 3: Thicken the sauce

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In a small bowl, mix the flour and the remaining broth until smooth. Stir the flour mixture into the mushroom mixture. Bring it to a boil, then cook and stir until the sauce is thickened. Stir in the green onions.

Step 4: Add the pork and finish heating

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Return the pork to the pan and heat it through.

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Pork and Potato Variations

• Add extra vegetables: If you’d like to bulk up this dish a bit more, try sauteing some spinach or broccoli along with the mushrooms. Including more vegetables helps add nutrients, flavor and complex textures.
• Swap the pork with chicken: If you don’t have access to pork tenderloin, this dish can easily be replicated with chicken breast. In fact, you don’t have to change much at all—simply swap out the pork tenderloin for chicken breast and proceed with the recipe as outlined. Be sure to cook your chicken breasts until an internal thermometer shows a food-safe temperature of 165°F.

How to Store Pork and Potatoes

If you have leftovers of this hearty dish, let them come to room temperature before transferring them to a container. Once the dish has cooled, transfer it to a refrigerator-safe container with a tight-fitting lid. The pork and potatoes will keep in the refrigerator for three to five days.

How do you reheat pork and potatoes?

Like most meat-based dishes, pork tenderloin and potatoes taste best when they’re reheated in the oven. When you’re ready to reheat, transfer the leftovers to an oven-safe dish, and place it in an oven that’s preheated to 350°. Heat the leftovers for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they’re completely warmed through.

Pork and Potato Tips

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What can I serve with one-pan pork tenderloin and potatoes?

Pork and potatoes is a pretty complete meal on its own, so it’s best to serve it with something small or light. A side salad or loaf of crusty bread both make great options to serve alongside this meal.

What type of pan is best for cooking this dish?

Any heavy-bottomed pan will work nicely when cooking this dish. You could use a cast-iron skillet, a Dutch oven or a stainless steel skillet—anything that heats up quickly and retains its heat will work well.

How can I make this pork and potato recipe more spicy?

If you like your meals with a bit of heat, you can absolutely add hot peppers to this dish. Try sauteing some jalapenos, poblanos or red Thai chiles along with the mushrooms. If you don’t have fresh peppers on hand, try sprinkling in some red pepper flakes instead.