Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Dry Rub

Just 6 pantry seasonings completely transform the humble pork tenderloin into a meal that’s one of our family’s top 5 favorites. I’ve made this Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin with a dry rub seasoning for well over a decade now, and it turns out perfectly every time.

Or try our Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin or Grilled Pork Tenderloin for two other delicious ways to make cook this same recipe.

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Reasons We Love This Recipe

As one of the most popular freezer meals on Thriving Home, this pork tenderloin recipe is requested over and over by my family. I’ve been testing and making pork tenderloin recipes for well over a decade now, and here’s why this one is so great:

1. Fast and easy: Mix up the pork tenderloin rub, season the meat with it, and pop it in the oven. Done in 30 minutes or less.
2. Unbelievably delicious: Even though the pork tenderloin seasoning and cooking method are simple, it packs a big flavor punch and turns out moist. You may want to serve it with our Homemade BBQ Sauce for dipping or our Bread Machine Dinner Rolls but this pork easily stands on its own.
3.  Kid-friendly: Most kids will go for this main dish. My children like it dipped in ketchup. 🤷🏻‍♀️ For more recipes your kids will like, check out our list of top kid-friendly freezer meals.
4. Healthy: This is a lean cut of meat and a good source of protein.
5. Versatile: While this recipe is written to roast in the oven, you can also easily grill it. Read more about how to grill pork tenderloin. Plus, you can use leftovers in a variety of ways (see below).

• Do Not Confuse It with Pork Loin: Pork tenderloin is a long, narrow, boneless cut of meat. Pork loin is wider and flatter and can be purchased boneless or bone-in. They are two different cuts of meat that cannot be used interchangeably because they won’t cook at the same rate.
• What to Look For When Buying: Always read the ingredients on any pork tenderloin package. You’re looking for one that has no additives, preservatives, or marinade included.
• Where to Buy Pork Tenderloin: It’s hard to find truly all-natural pork tenderloin in my local grocery stores. So, I get my pork tenderloins from ButcherBox, but you may also find good ones at your local farmer’s market or health food store.
• Seasoning is Key: Whether you make marinated pork tenderloin or use a pork tenderloin dry rub like this recipe, seasoning this cut of meat is essential because it’s fairly bland on its own. Even a good coating of Kosher salt and cracked black pepper will go a long way.

How to Make Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Dry Rub

This recipe couldn’t be simpler, so be sure to double and freeze one batch for later!

1. Mix up the pork tenderloin seasoning in a small bowl.
2. Place the pork on a rimmed baking sheet that’s lined with parchment or foil. Pat the pork dry with paper towels and rub the seasoning on all sides, pressing it in so it sticks.
3. Roast at 450°F for about 20 minutes.

That’s it! Serve with some Bacon Wrapped Green Beans for a well rounded meal.

Variations for Serving This Pork Tenderloin

While you can certainly enjoy the pork slices “as is”, here are a few ideas to dress it up.

• Offer BBQ sauce on the side for dipping the pork tenderloin in. (We prefer our Homemade BBQ sauce!)
• Spread some chimichurri sauce on top of the pork; you can find recipes online or in either of our cookbooks.
• Use leftover sliced pork for BBQ pork sandwiches. Serve warm on toasted buns or bread with BBQ sauce. 
• Chop up the leftover pork and use in quesadillas, tacos, or on top of your favorite salad. Use it in place of chicken in our Southwest Chicken Salad.