Easy Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

I was skeptical, but this was SO good and SO easy. The pork was really tender and juicy too!

Easy Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

by Mels Kitchen Cafe

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 ¼ teaspoons coarse kosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¾ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 medium (about 1.5 pounds) pork tenderloin 

• Mix the brown sugar and spices together in a small bowl.
• Drizzle the pork with olive oil to coat evenly.
• Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the pork rubbing it into all sides of the pork. It might seem like a lot of dry mix to use – but try to use all of it for maximum flavor.
• Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F for at least 5 minutes. (See note for oven cooking method.)
• Place pork into the air fryer (use parchment to line the air fryer for easier cleanup, if desired) and cook for 18 to 22 minutes until an instant-read thermometer registers 145 degrees F at the thickest part.
• Remove pork from the air fryer to a cutting board. Tent lightly with foil and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Pour any extra juice from the air fryer or cutting board over the pork before serving.