This juicy BBQ thyme pork roast is so tender with cola actually cooked right into the smothered sauce.  The fresh thyme gives it an herbally component and the salty fries are the perfect partner!

Yea you read that right.

The cola makes the meat so tender and adds a bit of zest and bite, so it’s both savory,  sweet, and bold!

Best BBQ Thyme Pork Roast:

And what better way to break in my new-to-me kitchen in my new-to-me house than to make this delicious sweep-me-off-my-feet recipe paired with salty homemade french fries and a crisp chilled Diet Coke with it’s new look for a simple and quick meal in around 35 minutes.

Do I have your attention now?

I have been craving to start making new recipes for the blog but until I got myself all moved into my new place there was no way I could pull it all off.

Between teaching, packing and moving, and the flu I’m pretty sure the only thing that has kept me going are these new cans of Diet Coke.  I’ve definitely been keeping them in business.

So yea, I’m not going to show you pictures of what my house looks like.

Towers of boxes, waaaay too many kitchen gadgets, and in desperate need of a complete gut job, my little flip is not ready to be introduced.

I’d rather just focus on the meat on plate.  Mmmk?

What to pair with your BBQ Pork Roast:

I highly recommend parking your deliciously juicy pork roast right next to some Parmesan Quinoa, a slice of savory Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread, an Air Fryer Baked Potato, or a heaping pile of Baked Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries!

If you are looking to add some greens, you should definitely feast your eyes on either making Air Fryer Asparagus spears, Quick Blue Cheese Green Beans, Easy Teriyaki Green Beans, or Bacon Walnut Brussel Sprouts.

Baked BBQ Thyme Pork Roast Ingredients:

• 1 1-3 pound pork tenderloin
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup Diet Coke
• 2 TBSP fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
• 3 cups sliced potatoes
• 2 TBSP olive oil
• salt to taste

How to make BBQ thyme pork roast:

• Preheat your oven to 425*F.  In a small saucepan combine the BBQ sauce, cola, and thyme.  Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes or until reduced to about 1/2 the original amount. 
• While the sauce is simmering prepare your french fries.  Place the potato slices in a mixing bowl with the olive oil and a dash of salt, stir and place them on the bottom of a four-sided baking sheet lined with parchment paper.  Leave a small amount of room in the center of the pan to place your pork roast. 
• Once your sauce has reduced place your tenderloin in the center of your baking sheet and drizzle 1/2 the sauce over top the roast and cook for 20-30 minutes or until the center of the roast is 150*F.  Place the rest of the sauce on the top of the roast and then broil the meal for 1-3 minutes to create a glaze and crisp up the french fries. 
• Serve with extra fresh thyme and a crisp cool soda.  Enjoy!

How to store leftover baked pork roast:

You should store your leftover cooked pork roast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.  

I guarantee that it will not last that long!  No way! 

It will be devoured way before those three days are up, especially since it’s so easy to reheat it and get it straight into your belly!

How to reheat refrigerated pork roast:

To reheat your BBQ pork roast, simply place your desired amount of pork roast in a microwave-safe dish and microwave it covered on high. 

Microwave times will vary because of the amount of pork your are reheating and how hot you like your reheats. 

Typically I would recommend microwaving your pork roast for a time between 60-120 seconds.  Please be careful because the meat may come out scorching hot.  Don’t burn yourself!

More delicious gluten-free pork recipes:

• Southern Glazed Pork Chops
• Instant Pot Pork Chops and Gravy
• Fresh Pork Breakfast Tacos
• Cuban Mojo Pork Ribs
• Air Fryer Pork Chops
• Honey Roasted Garlic Autumn Pork
• Thai Basil Pork Skillet
• Garlic Honey Pork Loin + Sweet Bell Pepper Salsa

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Easy BBQ Thyme Pork Roast

Yield: 4 people

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Easy BBQ thyme pork roast made with Diet Coke for added zest!  A super simple meal that's sweet and savory that the whole family will love!

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Ingredients

• 1 1-3 pound pork tenderloin
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup Diet Coke
• 2 TBSP fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
• 3 cups sliced potatoes
• 2 TBSP olive oil
• salt to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425*F.  In a small saucepan combine the BBQ sauce, Diet Coke, and thyme.  Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes or until reduced to about 1/2 the original amount.
2. While the sauce is simmering prepare your french fries.  Place the potato slices in a mixing bowl with the olive oil and a dash of salt, stir and place them on the bottom of a four-sided baking sheet lined with parchment paper.  Leave a small amount of room in the center of the pan to place your pork roast.
3. Once your sauce has reduced place your tenderloin in the center of your baking sheet and drizzle 1/2 the sauce over top the roast and cook for 20-30 minutes or until the center of the roast is 150*F.  Place the rest of the sauce on the top of the roast and then broil the meal for 1-3 minutes to create a glaze and crisp up the french fries.
4. Serve with extra fresh thyme and a crisp cool Diet Coke.  Enjoy!