Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork tenderloin dry thoroughly with paper towels. This helps create a nice crust.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried Italian herbs. Mix well.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Generously season the pork tenderloin all over with the prepared spice rub. Use your hands to rub the seasoning evenly into the meat.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Place the seasoned pork tenderloin into the air fryer basket. Ensure there's enough space for air to circulate around it.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Air fry at 375°F for 15 minutes. If your air fryer has a preheat function, preheat it to 375°F first.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 375
- 6
After approximately 7-8 minutes of cooking, carefully open the air fryer and flip the pork tenderloin to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Continue air frying for the remaining time. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. The target internal temperature for pork is 145°F. If it hasn't reached 145°F, continue cooking in 2-3 minute increments until it does.
⏱️ 7 min
- 8
Once the pork tenderloin reaches 145°F, carefully remove it from the air fryer and place it on a cutting board. Tent it loosely with foil and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful pork.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Slice the rested pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch thick medallions and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
- 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork tenderloin dry thoroughly with paper towels. This helps create a nice crust.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried Italian herbs. Mix well.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Generously season the pork tenderloin all over with the prepared spice rub. Use your hands to rub the seasoning evenly into the meat.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Place the seasoned pork tenderloin into the air fryer basket. Ensure there's enough space for air to circulate around it.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Air fry at 375°F for 15 minutes. If your air fryer has a preheat function, preheat it to 375°F first.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 375 - 6
After approximately 7-8 minutes of cooking, carefully open the air fryer and flip the pork tenderloin to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Continue air frying for the remaining time. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. The target internal temperature for pork is 145°F. If it hasn't reached 145°F, continue cooking in 2-3 minute increments until it does.
⏱️ 7 min - 8
Once the pork tenderloin reaches 145°F, carefully remove it from the air fryer and place it on a cutting board. Tent it loosely with foil and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful pork.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Slice the rested pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch thick medallions and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min