Air Fryer Dry-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli

This air fryer dry-rubbed pork tenderloin with broccoli recipe uses a sweet-spicy rub. The air fryer creates a crispy crust and a moist, juicy tenderloin.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 271 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 (1 1/2 pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed
• 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

Carefully place tenderloin in air fryer basket; cook in the preheated air fryer for 20 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Transfer tenderloin to a cutting board; rest before slicing, 10 minutes.

Step 5

Combine brown sugar, paprika, ground mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until well blended.

Step 6

Brush pork tenderloin with 1 tablespoon olive oil to coat; rub spice mixture on all sides of tenderloin and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Meanwhile, place broccoli in air fryer basket. Cook in the air fryer 10 minutes, shaking basket halfway through.