Breaded pork tenderloin is a delicious and crispy dish that you can easily make using your Ninja Foodi. Here’s a recipe to guide you through the process:
Ingredients:
- 1 pork tenderloin, about 1 to 1.5 pounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Cooking oil or cooking spray
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the pork tenderloin. Trim off any excess fat and silverskin, and cut it into thick slices, about 1.5 inches thick.
- In three separate shallow bowls, set up a breading station. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
- Dredge each pork tenderloin slice first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the pork to ensure good adhesion. Place the breaded slices on a plate or tray.
- Preheat your Ninja Foodi using the “Air Crisp” function to 375°F (190°C). If your Foodi has a preheat option, use that to get it to the right temperature.
- Once preheated, lightly grease the air frying basket with cooking oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the breaded pork tenderloin slices in the air frying basket, making sure they are not touching. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your basket.
- Close the Ninja Foodi lid and set the “Air Crisp” function to 375°F (190°C). Cook for about 12-15 minutes, flipping the pork halfway through to ensure even browning and cooking. The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
- Once the pork is golden brown and cooked through, remove it from the air frying basket. Let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the breaded pork tenderloin slices with lemon wedges for extra flavor, if desired. Enjoy!
This breaded pork tenderloin is great on its own or as part of a sandwich. It’s a delightful and crispy dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
