Air fryer pork bites make the best quick meal, snack, or appetizer!

Tender cubes of pork tenderloin are tossed in a zesty Cajun spice for a crispy crust with a juicy, tender inside!

Pork Bites are quick and easy to make in the Air Fryer.

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Best Air Fryer Pork Bites

  • This easy pork bites recipe is perfect for a quick snack, an appetizer, or a hearty main dish.
  • This recipe takes only three ingredients and is ready in less than ten minutes with minimal cleanup!
  • Budget-friendly tenderloin means you can double or triple the batch to enjoy all week or share them at holiday gatherings or parties!
ingredients assembled to make air fryer pork bites including pork tenderloin, cajun seasoning, and olive oil

Ingredients & Variations

Pork – Boneless tenderloin can be purchased pre-cut into cubes, a real timesaver. This same recipe can be made with pork belly, slab bacon, or regular pork chops cut into cubes.

Seasoning – Buy or make your own Cajun seasoning. Toss pork bites in melted leftover bacon grease, a dash of garlic powder, and some parmesan cheese for an extra crispy, garlicky flavor!

How to Make Air Fryer Pork Bites

These juicy little bites are ready in minutes!

  1. Chop the pork into bite-sized cubes and toss in oil and seasonings.
  2. Cook in a single layer in the Air Fryer until the cubes are crispy brown on the outside.

Serve Air Fryer pork bites with a side of onion rings or tater tots and some dipping sauces!

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Tips & Tricks

  • Always preheat the Air Fryer so it can seal around the pieces, keeping them nice and juicy!
  • Cut the pork into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
  • For the best, juiciest pork bite, test the internal temperature of one piece. It should read 145°F.
  • Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or they can be frozen in an airtight container for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer.

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Air Fryer Pork Bites

These Air Fryer pork bites are so crispy and tender.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

Ingredients  

  • 1 pound pork tenderloin
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning

Instructions 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
  • Cut pork into bite sized pieces and toss with oil and seasoning in a bowl.
  • Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Cook for 5-6 minutes or until pork reaches 145°F internally.

Notes

  • Preheat the air fryer so the hot air can seal the outside, keeping the juices in every bite!
  • To ensure even cooking, cut pieces all the same size.
  • Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 5 days and in the freezer for 3 months. 
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Nutrition Information

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 864IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

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  1. 4 stars
    I think I’d bribe them first. I thought they were a bit too dry. However, these chops only 3/4” too so maybe a less time.

  2. For anyone reading, fry your pork till it is 165. Never eat it pink, as undercooked or “medium rare” pork is not safe. Undercooked pork Is a transmitter of hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is not curable.

    1. Hi Colton, many of us grew up at a time when our parents cooked all things pork until well done and tough. Today pork is safe to consume cooked to medium (145° F), leaving it just a little bit pink in the middle and tender & juicy. I’ve worked closely with the pork board, 165°F would be well done. Find more information about cooking pork at pork.org.