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Pork tenderloin in the air fryer.18-25 minutes at 385°F

Pork tenderloin, 1 lb. A useful starting range, with the details that matter.

°F · oz/lb°C · g/kg

Make it your portion.

One piece or reference portion, rather than total basket load.
Stay within your appliance’s supported temperatures.

Changing the size or temperature gives a modelled estimate. How it works

Typical range

Pork tenderloin, your setting

18-25minutes

at 385°F

Check at 18 min

Based on COSORI: Iconic cooking times chart.

Source entry: Pork Tenderloin (1 lb). Portion controls describe one piece or planning portion; they are separate from the manufacturer’s total basket load.

From preheat to the final check.

  1. 1

    Preheat

    385°F; follow your appliance instructions.

  2. 2

    Cook

    18-25 minutes; keep pieces evenly spaced.

  3. 3

    Check

    145°F at the center; Whole cuts of beef, pork and lamb.

  4. 4

    Rest

    At least 3 minutes after reaching the safe temperature.

A quick size comparison.

The source reference is marked below. Other rows are modelled estimates at your selected settings.

Pork tenderloin cooking time by reference size
Reference sizeTypical timeBasis
8 oz11-16 minutesModel estimate
16 oz18-25 minutesSource reference
32 oz28-40 minutesModel estimate

Same food. Different details.

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A few things worth knowing.

How long does pork tenderloin take in the air fryer?

For Pork tenderloin, 1 lb, the chart baseline is 18-25 minutes at 385°F. Adjusted sizes and temperatures are modelled estimates.

What makes pork tenderloin cook faster or slower?

Use evenly sized pieces so the center and outside finish closer together. Thickness, initial temperature and appliance output also matter. A total basket weight does not describe the thickness of each piece.

Can I cook pork tenderloin from frozen?

The frozen setting gives a starting range. The manufacturer’s general extra 2-5 minutes is a starting adjustment, rather than a tested range for this food. Confirm doneness independently; follow package instructions if they differ.

When should I start checking?

Check at 18 minutes for this setting. Keep cooking if the center has not reached the appropriate safety endpoint or texture. A timer is a reminder to check.

How do I know when pork tenderloin is done?

Reach 145°F before removing from heat, then rest for at least 3 minutes. A thermometer beats any timer.

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Where this range comes from.

Reference facts are compiled from primary charts. Adjusted ranges are planning estimates. Read how we calculate them.