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Make a tender, juicy Ninja Foodi Pork Tenderloin, this uses the air crisp function of the Ninja Foodi!
If you enjoyed the Ninja Foodi Pulled Pork, now let’s try this Ninja Foodi Pork Tenderloin. I’ll tell you this was the best pork tenderloin I’ve ever tasted, and it will definitely be a regular on our menu!
This pork tenderloin uses the air crisp function of the Ninja Foodi or it can also be made in the air fryer too with the same time and temperature.
Tips for Making this recipe:
The pork should reach an internal temperature of at least 145*F, this took about 20-25 minutes in our Ninja Foodi at 390*F.
This is again made with the air crisp function so it’s basically an Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin.
The pork can be seasoned with your preferred seasoning, we used a simple seasoning of salt and pepper, then topped it once it was done with some tasty brown gravy.
I was pretty surprised by how easy this recipe actually is and how simple it is to make a juicy pork tenderloin right in the Ninja Foodi.
Can you cook pork tenderloin in the air fryer?
Pork Tenderloin can be easily cooked in the air fryer or the air crisp using the Ninja Foodi. This recipe is made with the air crisp function which is basically an air fryer, not the pressure cooker function.
I prefer the crispy taste and texture rather than the pressure cooker. It can be done using the pressure cooker, but in this recipe, it will use the air crisp function.
What is pork tenderloin?
The pork tenderloin is a boneless cut that runs along the backbone, it’s actually from the muscle. It’s also very narrow too, they are easy to find in most grocery stores.
They are very tender and juicy. We find they are great for kids because they are smaller too.
Now, are you ready for a tasty dinner?
Ninja Foodi Pork Tenderloin (Air Fryer)
Make this easy Ninja Foodi Pork Tenderloin using the Air Fryer!
Ingredients
- 1-2 lb Pork Tenderloin
- 2 Tsp Salt
- 2 Tsp Pepper
- Seasoning of Choice
- Cooking Oil Spray
- Brown Gravy, Optional
Instructions
- Begin by preheating the Ninja Foodi or Air Fryer to 390*F for 5 minutes, if using the Ninja Foodi use the Air Crisp function.
- Season the pork loin with salt, pepper, and any other seasoning of your choice.
- Place it in the basket of the Ninja Foodi or Air Fryer.
- Coat with cooking oil spray of your choice (Grapeseed, Coconut, Etc.).
- Cook at 390*F for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 145*F.
- Serve with cooked brown gravy.
Notes
Our pork tenderloin came with 2, you can do 2 for this recipe at the same time or as many as will fit.
Cook time will vary depending on the size of your pork loin.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 399Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 167mgSodium: 1713mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 61g
Absolutely no where near done after 20 min
20 minutes has been perfect for ours, it’s going to vary depending on the size and amount of heat the machine puts off, the internal temp though needs to be at least 145*F.
I don’t have a cooking thermometer so how will I know if it’s done?
It would basically be when it’s no longer pink; however, a meat thermometer would be the safest way to check.
Thanks for the cooking guide! I cooked it for 25 minutes, but probably could have been done at 20. I bought an already seasoned loin at the store. Paired it with the old stand-by “Suddenly Salad” and some steamed green beans. Yum!
I had a 4 pound tenderloin that was too big to fit so I cut it in half and cooked one half at a time. The first one I tried 20 minutes and it was not done in the middle at all, so I sliced it up because we needed it done quick and put it back in for 5 minutes and it was cooked through and tasted great. I’m wondering if the circumference was bigger than a 2 pound so that’s why it wasn’t cooked all the way? The second half was even fatter around so i did 20 minutes on the air fryer then checked the temp, which was at 130. Since it was pretty brown and looked great on the outside I switched the ninja to bake/roast hoping that it wouldn’t get too brown but cook the inside. I set it for 15 minutes and checked it again and it was 165 degrees so I guess that was overkill. It did get a bit more brown but not too much. So, next time, I’ll look for a thinner cut or turn the temp down and cook longer for a large cut like this one. Overall this was a good starting point so that I didn’t have to totally guess how to cook this meat. Thanks!! Oh and I”m also wondering if I could have cooked both pieces on the two lever rack and how that might affect the time and temp? Any ideas??
I made this for dinner. I put the oil on first, then rubbed on a mixture of salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. The crispy skin was wonderful. I can’t wait to use the air fryer to cook another tenderloin. Delicious!
I cooked two different tenderloins. I took one out after 15 minutes, cut it to check the color, and it was done. The second tenderloin was thicker. I cooked it for 20 minutes, and it was done.
I know I’m supposed to use a meat thermometer, but I haven’t had great luck with the Ninja thermometer so far.