Pork and Brussels sprouts are a match made in culinary heaven. The savory richness of tender pork pairs perfectly with the earthy, slightly bitter flavor of Brussels sprouts. Together, they create a hearty, satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and delicious. Whether you’re making a quick weeknight dinner or preparing something special for the weekend, this pork and Brussels sprouts delight is sure to become a favorite.
The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. Pork tenderloin or chops are the ideal cut for this recipe because they cook quickly and stay juicy. Seasoned with a bit of salt, pepper, garlic, and fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary, the pork is seared to golden perfection in a hot pan. As it cooks, it releases flavorful juices that mingle with the Brussels sprouts, infusing them with rich, savory goodness.
For the Brussels sprouts, halving them helps them cook evenly and allows them to caramelize nicely when roasted or sautéed. You can toss them in a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper before adding them to the pan with the pork. As the pork finishes cooking, the sprouts become tender on the inside with crispy, charred edges, creating a beautiful contrast in texture.
This dish is a great option for a balanced meal that’s low in carbs and high in protein. The pork provides the necessary richness, while the Brussels sprouts add fiber and vitamins. If you want to make it even more exciting, you can add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a drizzle of honey towards the end for a touch of sweetness that complements the savory flavors.
Whether served with mashed potatoes, quinoa, or a simple salad, pork and Brussels sprouts delight is an easy-to-make, wholesome dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound brussel sprouts halved
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 Lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the pork cubes with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the pork cubes to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the brussel sprouts, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet.
- Return the pork to the skillet and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the brussel sprouts are tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
YUCK!!! This is disgusting. Never making this again!
I messed up and used sprout instead of brussel, lol. Still tasted decent tho. 4 stars!
Not a fan of Brussels sprouts, but I tried it for the pork. It was very good, but my kids wouldn’t eat it.
I totally get how kids can be picky! Maybe try a different veggie next time? The pork sounds delicious though!
The lemon made it too sour, I would skip that next time. 🤷♂️
Just ok. Honestly tastes like a regular stir fry. Nothing special.
Really? Pork and brussel sprouts? Doesn’t sound appealing. Tried it and it was okay at best.
I thought it would be weird too, but it’s actually really good! The lemon makes a big difference.
This dish was awesome! The pork was super tender and the brussel sprouts had a nice crunch. Definitely making it again!
I followed the recipe exactly but my brussel sprouts were too mushy. What did I do wrong? 🤔
Yummy! But where is the recipe for sweet potatoes??? I think it needs something sweet!
Super yummy! Perfect balance of flavors. I added some mushrooms too!
This was amazing! The flavors were on point and my family loved it.
This dish was amazing! The flavors mixed so well. 5 stars!
I totally agree! This dish was such a hit at my dinner party! I’ll definitely make it again.
I made this last night for my family and they loved it! Thanks for sharing. Will be making it again!
Really? Brussel sprouts and pork? I’m not convinced this is a good combo…
I’m so glad to hear that! This recipe was a hit with my family too. Perfect blend of flavors. 😊
My pork was dry… I think I overcooked it. I don’t know much about cooking, though.
Pork and brussel sprouts? Kinda weird combination, but whatever! My kids ate it!
This was soooo good! The pork was so tender and the brussel sprouts had a nice crunch. Definitely a keeper!
Sooo good!!! 😍
Eh, it was okay. I felt like the lemon juice overpowered everything. Maybe less next time?
I didn’t like the brussel sprouts, they were too bitter for me. Maybe I’ll try with green beans next time.
Easy and quick to make! Will definitely make again for dinner.
Easy peasy! I added extra garlic because I love it. Yum!
I thought brussel sprouts were those little cabbages!? They are good tho.
Too much lemon! I love lemon but this was a bit much.
I thought the lemon added a nice zing! But I guess everyone has different taste buds. 🤷♂️
Why do people eat brussle sprouts? They smell like farts! 😂
Hmm, I dunno about this recipe. It sounds too simple…Will it really taste good?
Real good! I added some cheese on top and my family loved it.
I love cheese! It makes everything better. Glad your family enjoyed it!
Yummy! Who knew brussel sprouts could be tasty? I might try this with chicken next time!
Pork in a skillet?? That’s not how my mom did it, but whatever. Whatever works for yall, I guess.
I think skillet cooking is just fine! It keeps the flavors in. Maybe give it a try? 😊
I dunno, my mom used an oven for pork. Skillet seems risky… What if it burns?
This was a hit at my dinner party! The lemon really brightens everything up. Will definitely make again!
I dunno, sounds kinda bland to me. Lemon’s nice, but it can’t save the dish if the meat’s dry. Did you use enough broth?
So glad to hear that! The lemon is such a nice touch, isn’t it? I’ve got to try this at my next get-together!
I dunno, the brussel sprouts were still kinda crunchy for my taste. Maybe I cook them too long? Idk lol
Too much lemon for me 😩. I’ll stick with the basic pork recipes next time. Not impressed.
Yum! Easy to make and super flavorful. Even the kids ate their greens!
This was a bit too salty for me, maybe I added too much salt? Not sure if I’ll try again.
I think you might have misread the salt measurement. It calls for 1/2 tsp, not a full tsp. That could be why it was too salty! Give it another shot!
Too salty? Woah, I thought it was perfect! Maybe a little less salt next time, but I loved it!
Wasn’t really a fan. The pork was dry and the sprouts were kinda mushy. Might need a new recipe.
Pork and what??? Who puts brussel sprouts in a dish? Weird!
Can you sub chicken for pork? I’m not a big pork eater.
This recipe is soooo simple, even a caveman can do it! I loves it!
Absolutely loved this! The flavors are spot on. Will definitely make again!
OMG this is sooo good 😍. Best dish I’ve made in a while!
I totally agree! This dish is simply amazing! 😍 Can’t wait to make it again!
Super easy! I used frozen brussels and it still came out great. Yum!
Glad to hear it worked with frozen brussels! I’ll try that next time.
Tried it because my friend said it was good. Kinda meh for me. 🤷♂️
Yummy! I added some bacon to the brussel sprouts! Even better! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bacon sounds like a fab idea! Can’t go wrong with bacon! 🤤
This recipe was fantastic! The pork was so juicy and the brussel sprouts were crispy. Definitely making it again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I think the chicken broth is a mistake? Shouldn’t it be beef broth for pork? Not sure how this will taste. ⭐
Nah, chicken broth doesn’t go with pork! You are right! Beef broth would be way better!
I think using chicken broth is fine! Adds a different flavor. I would give it a try before judging!
So good! I could eat it every day! ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I tried making this, but my sprouts got too mushy. What did I do wrong?
I don’t really like brussel sprouts. I guess it was good if u like that stuff. My husband loved it tho. ⭐⭐
Made this tonight and it was seriously tasty—pork was juicy and the brussels had that nice garlicky bite. The lemon at the end really wakes it up. Will cook again!
Yes!! The lemon finish is such a game-changer—glad it came out juicy. I’m making this again soon.
The red pepper flakes plus garlic smelled amazing. Next time I’ll add a touch of butter because I like richer sauces.
Ooh that sounds delicious! I love when the red pepper flakes and garlic really come through—adding a little butter next time could make it extra silky. I might try it too.
This is one of those recipes that sounds simple but delivers. I’m definitely adding it to my rotation.
I’m picky about pork tenderloin and this came out juicy. Browning took a little longer than 5 min for me, but worth it.
I followed it mostly but forgot to halve the brussels evenly… still turned out okay though. Kids ate it, so yeah!
Wait, you forgot to halve them evenly and it still cooked through? That’s kinda surprising. Usually the smaller bits turn to mush and the bigger ones stay raw, but I guess pork+broth helps. Also did you use lemon juice or like… the whole lemon? lol
Honestly that sounds like a win—kids eating means it can’t be too bad 😄 I usually “forget” a step too, and it still turns out. What do you think made it work even without halving evenly?
Not sure about the lemon juice amount… it says ‘1 Lemon juice’ which is confusing. I added too little and it felt a little flat. Flavor improved with a bit more salt/pepper.
I totally get you—my first time I guessed too low and it tasted kinda muted too. I now do juice from a whole lemon *and* I taste at the end to adjust salt/pepper. Good call!
Yeah that “1 Lemon juice” line is definitely confusing. I’d assume it means juice of 1 lemon. When I do that, it comes out bright and not flat.
Kinda bland for me? I followed the measurements exactly and it still tasted like it needed more salt or maybe more pepper flakes.
I tried this for the first time. The instructions were clear. I think my husband will like it, he loves meat. ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sounds delish! I need to try this recipe too. My fam loves meat as well! 🍖
Pretty solid dish. But is it really that easy? I thought cooking pork was more complicated. Wonder how this will turn out. 🤔⭐️⭐️⭐️
My family loved it! Even my picky eater ate the brussel sprouts! Thanks for a great recipe! 😊⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It was okay but I think I overcooked the sprouts. Not sure if I will try it again. Maybe less time next time? ⭐⭐⭐
Made this tonight and it was a hit. The lemon really wakes everything up and the brussels stayed nicely tender.
Yes! I made this with pork tenderloin too and the lemon really does make it taste brighter. Mine took a couple extra minutes for the sprouts to get tender, but totally worth it.
Wait—did you use a whole lemon or just “lemon juice”?? I used what I thought was 1 lemon and it was a little too zingy for me. Still good though, and the brussels weren’t mushy.
Pretty tasty, but I think 5 minutes for the sprouts might be short depending on size. I ended up cooking closer to 12 minutes.
Not sure about 10 minutes with the pork—mine got a touch dry. Flavor was fine, but texture wasn’t as juicy as I hoped. Maybe I cooked too long on step 8.
Huh, mine did get a little dry too but I thought it was the brussels. Also 1-inch cubes cook fast—10 min felt like a lot. I might’ve been boiling it too hard in the pan? Not sure why step 8 says 10 minutes 😅
That sounds like it overcooked a bit on step 8—pork tenderloin usually doesn’t need a full extra 10 minutes once it’s already browned. I usually aim for closer to 5–7 minutes just to warm through and keep it juicy. Maybe next time add the broth/lemon and then pull it as soon as the sprouts are tender-crisp.
Could be just my skillet, but the brussels stuck a bit. Maybe preheat longer or deglaze sooner with the broth.
Not bad, but the instructions say cook brussels 5 minutes then 10 more—mine were still a little tough after that. Maybe my pan was too crowded?
Pretty good overall, but I think 10 minutes was a bit long for my brussels—they got softer than I wanted. Next time I’ll start checking earlier. Still flavorful though.
Wait, 10 minutes? That’s how you make them mushy 😅 I’d try cooking the brussels less and maybe more broth at the end? Also lemon juice—do you mean like 1 lemon or 1 tbsp? Mine got really sour.
Totally agree—10 minutes is a lot for brussels in a skillet. I usually start checking around 5-7 so they stay a bit more crisp. Glad the flavor still came through!
Made this tonight and it was seriously delicious—garlic + lemon really lifted the whole dish. The pork stayed juicy too.
Brussel sprouts are hit or miss for me, but this was actually decent. The lemon juice helped a lot. Next time I’ll cut the sprouts a little thinner so they cook faster.
I dunno… 1 pound brussel sprouts and only 5 mins in the pan before the broth? Mine always end up too crunchy unless I cook them longer. But the lemon idea sounds good. Also the recipe says “1 Lemon juice” lol—how much do you mean?
Glad you liked it! 🍋 Lemon really does wonders with brussels sprouts—cuts the bitterness. Thinner slices is a great call too so they caramelize more evenly.
My brussels took WAY longer than 5 minutes to get tender. I ended up covering the pan and cooking longer. Sauce was good, but timing in the instructions is optimistic.
Yeah, I’ve noticed Brussels are super slow to get tender too—5 minutes always feels way too short. Covering them (or adding a splash more broth) usually helps. Glad the sauce still worked for you!
Made this tonight—super tasty. The lemon really brightens up the pork and brussels. I used a bit more garlic too. Will repeat for sure.
This was easy enough, but I think the lemon amount is a little vague. I used about 1 tbsp and it was great.
Only 1 lemon juice? Like how much—half a lemon? I kinda guessed and it tasted sour. Still ate it but not my favorite.
I followed it exactly (except I didn’t have chicken broth so I used stock). Turned out juicy, and the red pepper flakes give a nice kick. Solid weeknight meal.
Hmm… “1 Lemon juice”?? I used half a lemon and it was fine, but the recipe formatting is confusing.
I love sheet-pan meals but this skillet version is nice. Browning the pork first is key—don’t skip that step.
Wait… it says “1 Lemon juice” and not how much. I used like half a lemon and it was probably right? Confusing.
Yum 😋
This turned out really tasty—browned pork + the lemon at the end was a nice bright touch. I added a tiny splash more broth so it didn’t dry out. Would definitely make again.
Pretty good, but I think 10 minutes is a little long for the Brussels depending on how big you cut them. Mine got a bit soft. Still flavorful though!
Good to know—I’ve definitely noticed Brussels get mushy fast if they’re smaller/halved more thinly. I usually pull them a little earlier and let them finish in the sauce.
3 words: wow, garlic, lemon.
The flavors are on point, but I found it needed a bit longer than 10 minutes for my brussels to get tender. Still worth it.
Good to know! My timing was probably for smaller halved brussels—mine went tender around then too, but if yours took longer that makes sense. Do you cover the skillet when simmering with the broth? Might help speed it up.
The instructions are straightforward and it came together fast. I used chicken broth and squeezed in about half a lemon—couldn’t tell if I followed the ‘1 Lemon juice’ part exactly, but it tasted great.
I followed it but mine felt a little too salty—maybe because I used coarse salt and didn’t measure the same. Still good though, and the skillet method is convenient.
That makes sense! Coarse salt can absolutely “hit” harder than fine table salt, and eyeballing portions never helps. Next time maybe start with a pinch less and add to taste at the end—glad it was still tasty though.
I dunno, 1/2 tsp salt for a whole pound of pork + sprouts seems like enough. If it was too salty maybe your broth was already salty or you used lemon concentrate? I’ve done that before and thought it was the recipe… still, at least it wasn’t bad.