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Beef Tenderloin Air Fryer

Tender and succulent beef cooked perfectly in your air fryer.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 674 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds (1.36kg) beef tenderloin trimmed and tied (see notes)
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic 
  • 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary stemmed and minced
  • ½ teaspoon fresh minced thyme
  • ½ teaspoon fresh minced oregano
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat Air Fryer To 450 degrees F / 232 degrees C.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the beef tenderloin dry with paper towels and then rub the seasoned compound butter evenly over the entire surface.
  4. Place the beef tenderloin into the air fryer basket and air fry for 6 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C and continue to cook the tenderloin for another 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the middle of the tenderloin reaches 120 degrees F / 49 C (for medium rare)using an instant read thermometer.
  6. Remove the beef tenderloin to a plate and tent with foil.
  7. Allow it to rest for 10-12 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Look for meat that is well marbled and even in size across the whole piece of meat.
  • Remove the silver skin and any excess fat and tie with butcher's twine. You can ask your butcher to trim and tie the tenderloin for you. 
  • Bring the beef tenderloin to room temperature for 45 minutes before air frying. 
  • The herb butter should be softened but not melted. 
  • Prepare the compound butter mixture up to 2 days in advance. 
  • If using dried herbs, reduce the amounts as they can be more potent. 
  • Preheat the air fryer for even cooking. 
  • Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to reduce sticking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Don’t rely solely on the clock. 
  • Meat will continue to cook after removing it from the air fryer. Pull the meat a few degrees below your desired temperature to account for carryover cooking and avoid overdone meat. 
  • See the temperature chart for desired doneness above. 
  • Let the meat rest for 10-12 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute through the meat.
  • Look for meat that is well marbled and even in size across the whole piece of meat.
  • Remove the silver skin and any excess fat and tie with butcher's twine. You can ask your butcher to trim and tie the tenderloin for you. 
  • Bring the beef tenderloin to room temperature for 45 minutes before air frying. 
  • The herb butter should be softened but not melted. 
  • Prepare the compound butter mixture up to 2 days in advance. 
  • If using dried herbs, reduce the amounts as they can be more potent. 
  • Preheat the air fryer for even cooking. 
  • Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to reduce sticking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Don’t rely solely on the clock. 
  • Meat will continue to cook after removing it from the air fryer. Pull the meat a few degrees below your desired temperature to account for carryover cooking and avoid overdone meat. 
  • See the temperature chart for desired doneness above. 
  • Let the meat rest for 10-12 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute through the meat.
  • Storage - keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 674kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 0.5g (0%) Protein 41g (82%) Fat 55g (85%) Saturated Fat 24g (120%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 22g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 174mg (58%) Sodium 544mg (23%) Potassium 698mg (20%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.03g (0%) Vitamin A 186IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 674

% Daily Value*

Calories 674kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 0.5g 0%
Protein 41g 82%
Fat 55g 85%
Saturated Fat 24g 120%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 22g 110%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 174mg 58%
Sodium 544mg 23%
Potassium 698mg 15%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.03g 0%
Vitamin A 186IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.