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With a flavorful marinade that makes the pork incredibly juicy, this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is delicious enough for company and quick-cooking enough for a weeknight

A plate with sliced air fryer pork tenderloin and green beans

The air fryer is the perfect way to cook pork tenderloin!

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Unlike tough, fatty cuts of meat that need time to break down (like Slow Cooker Pulled Pork) lean cuts like pork tenderloin benefit from either:

Since the air fryer is essentially a high-powered convection oven, its intense heat makes it perfect for the hot-and-fast method of cooking juicy pork tenderloin.

5 Star Review

“Excellent! The meat was so tender and flavorful. Will definitely make again.”

— Kathy —
A black plate of air fryer pork tenderloin

Ingredients and Substitutions

  • Pork Tenderloin. Packed with lean protein and iron, pork tenderloin is an excellent choice for a healthy meal. Since this recipe ensures it will be juicy and flavorful, it’s also sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
  • Olive Oil + Balsamic Vinegar. These two ingredients add moisture to the pork and help it taste delicious. The vinegar will also help tenderize the pork while it’s marinating.
  • Garlic. For scrumptious garlicky flavor.
  • Fresh Rosemary. Woodsy, peppery, and delicious with pork.
  • Dijon. Dijon tastes fantastic with pork and gives it a little tang.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Prepare (photo 1). Dry and trim the pork. Place it in a baking dish. Stir the remaining ingredients together in a bowl.

Marinate (photo 2). Brush the mixture over the pork. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 day in the refrigerator.

Air Fry (photo 3). Cook the marinated pork tenderloin in the air fryer at 400 degrees F for about 11 to 14 minutes. Transfer the pork to a plate to rest for a few minutes. Slice and ENJOY!

Leftover Ideas

Take inspiration from my Steak Sandwich and use leftovers to make a sandwich with pork tenderloin slices, caramelized onions, and cheese.

Slices of air fryer pork tenderloin on a plate

What to Serve with Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

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Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 13 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Servings: 2 to 3 servings

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Air fryer pork tenderloin cooks up juicy and flavorful with a quick, easy method that makes weeknight dinners simple and satisfying.

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Instructions
 

  • With paper towels, pat the pork dry. Cut away the silver skin, the shiny tough membrane you'll see on the side. To cut it away: slip a thin, sharp knife underneath it to cut away one end of it from the meat. Hold this loose end and gently pull it up and off of the meat with one hand while cutting it away with the other. Discard. Transfer the pork to a baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar, garlic, rosemary, Dijon, oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Brush it all over the sides of the pork. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes (or up to 30 minutes), or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. When ready to cook, let the pork come to room temperature first.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400ยฐF. Add the pork (cut it into half crosswise if it is too large and add it in two pieces; check the cook time 2 minutes early). Air fry for 11 to 14 minutes, until the pork registers 135ยฐF on an instant read thermometer (pork is considered cooked by the FDA at 145ยฐF, but its temperature will continue to rise as it rests; I find if I leave pork in all the way until it hits 145, it tastes dry).
  • Remove the pork to a plate. Cover and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into slices and enjoy!

Notes

  • TO STORE: Refrigerate pork in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Very gently rewarm the pork in a skillet or in the microwave.
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze pork in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • TO MAKE AHEAD: Up to 1 day in advance, prepare the recipe through Step 2. Let the pork marinate overnight in the refrigerator, then prepare as directed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1(of 2)Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 47gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 147mgSodium: 1020mgPotassium: 926mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg

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  1. This turned out fabulous. My loin was 1.5 lbs and took 21 minutes at 400 to reach 125 internally but that wasn’t a big deal for us. I also added sliced onions under the loin – they were great as well!5 stars

  2. Lots of firsts for me on this one! I just bought a stove that has air fry and this was my first time using it to make anything. My pork lion was juicy and delicious! It even forgave me for slightly overcooking because it just didnโ€™t seem like a long enough cook, but was still really good! Iโ€™m not so afraid to use this feature of my stove now. Thank you and Iโ€™m sure I will be back as this adventure continues.5 stars

  3. The best air fryer pork tenderloin recipe I have tried! No need to look any further! Pure perfection and so easy!5 stars

  4. The easiest pork tenderloin recipe ever! The marinade was so flavorful and the pork cooked perfectly in the air fryer. This will be a new go-to pork tenderloin recipe for me. Delicious and so simple to prepare!5 stars

  5. Hi Erin,
    Thank you for this easy, delicious recipe! My family and I loved it. Perfect for weeknights. Thanks for the tip about letting meat “rest.”5 stars

  6. This recipe is amazing! The pork was cooked just right and was so tender. Definitely on my list for the future!5 stars

  7. Mine came out underdone. I had a 1.55lb tenderloin and cooked in my air fryer for 14 mins. It was reading 135 (fat end) as and 140 (thinner end).
    During rest, it came down to 120, almost immediately, not up.3 stars

    1. I’m sorry to hear you had trouble with the recipe Donna. I would of just continued to cook it longer until it reached the desired temperature. Maybe for just another minute or two. You can also use foil to cover it, this is normally what I do and the temperature will rise. Hope this helps!

  8. I donโ€™t understand the reference to โ€œstoring leftoversโ€? What are leftovers?

  9. Excellent, easy and delicious! Plan to share with all my airfryer friends. My pork roast was 1.21 lbs and took 12 minutes. (We like our pork medium rare.) served with roasted red potatoes, maple glazed baby carrots and apples. All done in my airfryer.
    Thank you Erin, for the perfect pork loin recipe.5 stars

    1. I’m sorry to hear you had trouble with the recipe, Lisa. My air fryer might just run hotter then yours.

  10. Perfection!

    I went with 14 minutes, still very red in the center yet 145ยฐ. I went with it, ate the ends, which were just a tiny bit pink, and omg it was delicious.5 stars

  11. Absolutely juicy perfection! Loved the spice crust too. Made this the day after Christmas and everyone sang its praises!5 stars

  12. I have made this recipe multiple times to rave reviews. I love your specific instructions and responsiveness to inquiries. I have your new book and look forward to trying all of your new recipes!5 stars

  13. I canโ€™t remember if Iโ€™ve commented on this recipe yet. This is my go to pork tenderloin recipe! We have a rosemary bush and itโ€™s so nice to use it for this wonderful dish. I love your book as well!5 stars

  14. First time ever making pork tenderloin; so delicious and easy! Thanks for another great recipe, Erin!5 stars