Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin – Juicy, Flavorful, and Quick

Enjoy a juicy, tender pork tenderloin cooked perfectly in your air fryer! This recipe uses a sweet-and-savory spice rub with brown sugar, paprika, mustard, and garlic for maximum crust and flavor in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pork tenderloin (1.25–1.75 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• Optional: ¼ teaspoon cayenne for heat

Directions

1. Trim pork tenderloin of excess fat/silver skin. Pat dry.
2. Mix all dry spices and sugar in a bowl. Coat pork with olive oil, then rub seasoning blend all over (use all for max flavor).
3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
4. Place tenderloin in basket (cut in half if needed to fit). Air fry at 400°F for 20–22 minutes, flipping halfway. Internal temp should reach 145°F.
5. Let rest on cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing. Pour pan juices over sliced meat.