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Traeger Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Traeger Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Making your Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin on the Traeger is the only way to go! You seal in all those juices and have this deliciously smokey flavor that permeates every bite! It's drool-worthy!
4.80 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 377 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Remove pork tenderloins from refrigerator. Rinse and pat dry.
  • Turn Traeger to smoke and have lid open. As Traeger heats up - let smoke dissipate. Will take approx 5 minutes
  • Set temp to 225 and wait for Traeger to preheat. Be sure pellet bin is full.
  • Coat pork tenderloins with Historic BBQ Red Seasoning.
    1 3 lb pork tenderloin, 1/4 cup Historic BBQ Red seasoning
  • Lay sheet of parchment paper on cutting board/counter. Lay slices of bacon slices on parchment. (1/2 package per tenderloin)
    1 pkg bacon
  • Lay tenderloin across bacon slices and wrap around tenderloin. Repeat with other tenderloin.
  • Sprinkle Historic BBQ Red seasoning on top of bacon
    1/4 cup Historic BBQ Red seasoning
  • Place on Traeger for 1.5 hours. Check tenderloin temperature. Temp should be approx 130. If not at temp - cook another 10-15 min.
  • Open lid and baste with BBQ Sauce. Smoke at 225 for another 15-30 minutes. Temp check should be approx 145.
    1/4 cup Williamson Bros. BBQ sauce
  • Remove from Traeger. Let rest 10-15 min before slicing.

Notes

What if I don't have a smoker? How would I make this on a regular grill.? 
You just need wood chips. Soak them in water for 30 minutes before starting the grill. One cup of wood chips will last for about 20 minutes. Keep adding chips to the grill throughout the process. 
If you use a charcoal grill, light the coals, when the coals are ready, place them on one side of the grill. Place some of the wood chips on top of the coals. Place your food on the side without the coals to cook it with indirect heat.
What type of bacon should I use?
You don’t need a super expensive or fancy bacon for this – get a regular ol’ bacon. Save the pricey bacon for french toast and BLTs. 
Can you make this in the air fryer?
Yup – I have done a pork tenderloin in the air fryer – should be same time (ish) with the bacon around it.
What temp should the pork tenderloin be when it’s done?
145! Pork is perfect at 145 with a blush of pink. It’s so tender and juicy – it makes me never want to eat chicken again!
Is it safe to eat pork with a blush of pink?
Yes!!!! Here’s the tricky part with this recipe – the Traeger creates a bit of a pink smoke ring around the edges – and then having it at 145 – the center should be a little pink as well. So this will make some pink tenderloin! 🙂
Is pork tenderloin lean?
Pork tenderloin is one of the leaner cuts of meat. You might be surprised to learn that pork tenderloin is as lean as boneless, skinless chicken breast.
**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcalCarbohydrates: 2.9gProtein: 43.7gFat: 19.8gSaturated Fat: 6.6gCholesterol: 124mgSodium: 1032mgPotassium: 702mgSugar: 1.5gCalcium: 12mgIron: 2mg
Keyword bacon, grilling, pork, pork tenderloin, traeger
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