Kitchens In-Law

Kitchens In-Law

Spring Meal Plan #3

The easiest pork tenderloin of your life used two ways

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Taylor Borden
Mar 20, 2026
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This week we are keeping things simple and delicious with a lineup that works smarter, not harder. The star of the show is a pork tenderloin that pulls double duty, you'll cook it once and use it for two completely different meals that feel nothing alike. Rounding out the week is a nod to our Louisiana roots, a sesame noodle dish that has quickly become a household staple, and a prep ahead breakfast that uses up ingredients you'll already have in your grocery cart. As always, the grocery list is below so you can knock out the store once and get on with your week.

DINNER #1: Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
| Total time: 25 minutes | Mostly Hands Off | Serves: 4

Cooking Pork Tenderloin in the air fryer was a game changer for me and makes this classic dinner so accessible. In true Kitchen’s in Law fashion, we are using this pork tenderloin for two different meals, so you will double what the recipe calls for when you cook it. If you are only making one recipe, adjust accordingly when you finalize your shopping list and just cook the amount the recipe calls for. Make it with the best roasted brussels sprouts and you’ve got dinner on the table!

Notes:
Short cut: The spice rub included here is good, but if you are short on time or patience the air fryer method would still work well with a pre marinated pork tenderloin from the grocery store.
Oven: If you don’t have an air fryer, you can roast your pork tenderloin in the oven.
Serve with: This is a moment for your favorite sides, we’ve planned for Roasted Brussels Sprouts, but you can swap out for something like crispy potatoes if you want more carbs or even frozen steamed broccoli if you need something easy.

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