Easy Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin: In Under 30 Minutes
Juicy on the inside with a perfectly seasoned crust, this air fryer pork tenderloin is a weeknight hero. Made with pantry spices and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s simple enough for busy nights but flavorful enough to impress. Great for dinner or meal prep—slice it up for sandwiches, salads, or power bowls!
Equipment
- Air fryer
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- Meat thermometer (for best results)
- Small mixing bowl (for the rub)
- Tongs (for flipping)
Ingredients
- 1 whole pork tenderloin about 1–1.5 lbs
For the spice rub:
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 – 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep the tenderloin: Pat pork dry with paper towels. Use a sharp knife to trim excess silver skin to ensure even cooking.
- Mix the rub: In a small bowl, combine all seasonings with olive oil until it forms a paste.
- Season generously: Rub the seasoning blend all over the pork, coating evenly.
- Preheat air fryer: Set to 400°F.
- Cook phase one: Place pork in the basket and cook at 400°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip and reduce heat: Turn pork over, lower the temperature to 350°F, and cook 10–12 more minutes.
- Check doneness: Internal temperature should read 145°F.
- Rest: Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in juices.
Notes
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