This Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is super moist and juicy. Flavored with fresh garlic, rosemary, and thyme, this seasoned pork makes a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love.
If you love air fryer main dishes, then you should try this Air Fryer Steak and this Air Fryer Salmon.
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Recipe Details
I love this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin recipe because it’s so tasty and so easy. Since it takes less than 30 minutes to make, this dish is the perfect dinner on a busy night. It also pairs well with tons of side dishes.
- TASTE: This pork tenderloin is flavored by simple and fresh seasonings. Fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic make this dish delicious.
- TEXTURE: Perfectly juicy, this tenderloin is coated in seasoned oil to create a yummy crust on the outside.
- TIME: This only takes 23 minutes to make.
- EASE: Air fryers make cooking meat so easy. This recipe is fast and simple, making it a great option when you need something quick and healthy.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Fresh herbs- The thyme and rosemary should be fresh because they have the best flavor and are very aromatic.
- Garlic cloves- Use fresh cloves to impart the most flavor. But if you don’t have any, then garlic powder will work, too.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Add sweetness- Adding honey or brown sugar to the rub will give it a sweet flavor that will caramelize as it cooks.
- Substitute other seasonings- You can use smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, chili powder, or fresh sage.
- Add some acid- Adding balsamic vinegar to the pork tenderloin will tenderize the meat further and add a sweet, acidic flavor.
- Substitute butter- Instead of oil, use melted butter in your rub for added richness.
How to Make Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
- Prep the pork. Rinse the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with a paper towel. Trim off any excess fat or silver skin.
- Season the pork. Now season it with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare the rub. In a small bowl, add the olive oil, chopped rosemary, thyme, and pressed garlic. Then whisk them together until thoroughly combined.
- Preheat the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 400°F. Then place the seasoned pork tenderloin into the basket.
- Cook. Cook for about 10 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches at least 145°F using an instant-read thermometer. Once it’s done, cover it with foil and let it rest for about five minutes before cutting and serving.
Pro Tip: If the pork is too large for the air fryer, just cut it crosswise and place both pieces parallel to each other.
Recipe Tips
- Pat the tenderloin dry- Make sure to get off any excess water because otherwise the oil-based rub will not stay on the pork when you add it.
- Premix the rub- Thoroughly mixing the rub ingredients together will ensure an even distribution of them all on the pork tenderloin.
- Preheat the air fryer- To get a nice crisp outer layer, the pork must not steam in the air fryer, as it would if it slowly rose in temperature. Preheat it before adding the meat to get the best crust.
- Let it rest- You want to let the meat rest after cooking to give the juices time to reabsorb into the pork. This ensures the meat is juicy, and not dry.
FAQs
Keeping the pork from drying out can be accomplished by adding oil to the outside to create a crust that holds the juices in. Also, resting the pork after cooking will allow the juices to reabsorb instead of running out when cutting.
While you can sear your pork tenderloin before cooking it in an air fryer, it’s not necessary. The oil rub on the pork creates a golden brown crust when it’s air fried.
Serving Suggestions
This Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is flavorful and versatile enough to be served with lots of other dishes. Enjoy it with potatoes, vegetables, salads, or sauces.
- Sauces: Serve this pork with a dipping sauce, such as this Homemade BBQ Sauce, Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce, or Fry Sauce. You could also top it with Turkey Gravy.
- Salads: Start the meal with a Strawberry Feta Spinach Salad, Couscous Arugula Salad, Purple Cabbage Salad, or Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad.
- Potatoes: Pair this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin with Scalloped Potatoes, Super Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, or Crispy Air Fryer French Fries.
- Vegetables: Serve it alongside some Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, or Air Fryer Green Beans.
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: You can prepare the rub for this pork tenderloin ahead of time and store it in the fridge, covered, until you’re ready to cook.
Storing: Store this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can reheat it in the air fryer, on the stovetop, or in the oven.
Freeze: Freeze this tenderloin once it has cooled in a freezer safe container. Thaw it and reheat.
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Full Recipe Instructions
Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary freshly chopped
- 2 tsp fresh thyme freshly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic pressed
Instructions
- Rinse the pork tenderloin under water and pat it dry with a paper towel. If there is any excess fat or silver skin, trim it off with a sharp knife.
- Now season the pork with 1 Tbsp olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- In a small prep bowl, add the olive oil, chopped rosemary, thyme, and pressed garlic.
- Whisk together with a fork until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Preheat the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 400°F. then place the seasoned pork tenderloin into the air fryer basket. Note: if the pork is too large for the air fryer, just cut crosswise and place both pieces parallel to each other.
- Cook for about 10 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches at least 145°. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the temperature. Once it’s done, cover it with foil and let it rest for about five minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Pat the tenderloin dry- Make sure to get off any excess water because otherwise the oil-based rub will not stay on the pork when you add it.
- Premix the rub- Thoroughly mixing the rub ingredients together will ensure an even distribution of them all on the pork tenderloin.
- Preheat the air fryer- To get a nice crisp outer layer, the pork must not steam in the air fryer, as it would if it slowly rose in temperature. Preheat it before adding the meat to get the best crust.
- Let it rest- You want to let the meat rest after cooking to give the juices time to reabsorb into the pork. This ensures the meat is juicy, and not dry.
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