Okay, I do love my Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Grilled Pork Tenderloin. But I’ve got to be honest…I think the air fryer might just be my new favorite way to cook pork. This Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is on another level of deliciousness. It’s covered in delicious seasonings and brown sugar which caramelizes in the air fryer and forms an unbelievably flavorful and crispy crust. And if that wasn’t enough motivation to make this recipe, it’s ready in a total of 20 minutes! Paired with these Roasted Potatoes and Carrots or Garlic Mashed Potatoes and a salad, it’s one of our favorite meals! Looking for more pork tenderloin recipes? Check out Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Glaze, or Crockpot Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Sauce.
Ingredients for Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin:
Pork Tenderloin: you’ll need a 1 pound pork tenderloin, which is the perfect size to fit in the air fryer. You can use a larger tenderloin as well, but you may have to cut it in half to fit or cook it a little longer. Seasonings: brown sugar, garlic powder, dried parsley, seasoning salt, black pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Oil: you will need oil for the spice rub and to lightly grease the air fryer basket.
How to make Pork Tenderloin in the air fryer:
Perfectly cooked pork tenderloin in just 20 minutes? Count me in!
Tips and Tricks
Bring the meat to room temperature. I like to set the pork out on the counter 30 minutes before cooking it. Room temperature meat cooks more evenly. Preheat the air fryer. The air fryer should be hot before you add in the meat. This helps it get that crispy crust and cook evenly! Let it rest. Make sure you let the meat sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing into it. If you cut into it too soon, the juices will run out and you’ll end up with dry meat.
Serving suggestions
This Pork Tenderloin is a super versatile entree! Serve it with any of your favorite side dishes. Here are a few of my favorites:
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Garlic Parmesan Orzo Pasta Instant Pot Brown Rice Roasted Vegetables
More air fryer mains:
JUICY Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Air Fryer Steak
Air Fryer Turkey Breast
Air Fryer Salmon
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