Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin with Herb Rub
If you love the flavor of Thanksgiving turkey but don't want the hassle of roasting a whole bird, this Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin is the perfect solution! It's tender, juicy, and full of classic holiday flavors thanks to a simple garlic and herb rub made with rosemary, thyme, and sage.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 turkey tenderloins about 1.5 - 2 pounds total
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt see notes
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Make the herb rub. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, sage, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Drizzle in the olive oil and stir until a thick paste forms.
- Prepare the turkey tenderloins. Remove the tenderloins from the package, rinse if they're packed in a brine or liquid, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Season the turkey. Rub the herb paste all over both tenderloins, coating both sides evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360° for 3 minutes.
- Air fry. Place the tenderloins in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and serve. Transfer the turkey to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
- Many turkey tenderloins are sold pre-brined or packed in a salt solution. Check the ingredients and nutrition label. If you see salt or sodium listed, your tenderloins are already seasoned, and you should not add more than what I call for in the recipe ingredients. If they’re not pre-brined, you can increase the kosher salt in the herb rub to 1 teaspoon.
- Every air fryer cooks a little differently. This recipe is specifically for a basket-style air fryer. I use this Cosori Turbo Blaze Air Fryer, and so far, I love it. Keep in mind that different air fryer brands may cook tenderloins at different rates.
- The nutrition information is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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