Juicy Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Honey – Air Fryer Easy Recipes
We all know the dinner rush — when you open the fridge and just stare, hoping a meal appears. That’s how I rediscovered the magic of pork loin roast. This isn’t the dry, flavorless kind you politely chew at holiday dinners. Nope. This one’s juicy, garlicky, a little sweet from the honey, and absolutely irresistible. It’s the kind of dinner that makes everyone think you tried way harder than you did. And best of all? It fits right into our collection of air fryer easy recipes.
It starts with a quick rub—a little garlic, a bit of sweet and spice, and the kind of aroma that makes neighbors jealous. Whether you’re feeding family, friends, or just your own tired self after a long day, this roast delivers. Serve it next to something green (like that broccolini you’ve been ignoring) or some buttery potatoes, and you’ve got yourself a showstopper. And hey, if there are leftovers, thin slices on sandwiches are next-level. This roast? It’s my weeknight hero.
Whether you're looking for quick and easy recipes, easy recipes for dinner, or something that pairs well with broccolini, this dish checks all the boxes. Oh, and it sneaks in nicely among sweet easy recipes too. So if you're on the hunt for air fryer desserts easy recipes or easy recipes with ground beef, let this roast be your meaty detour.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless pork loin roast
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (or use your air fryer at the same temp, trust me on this).
- Pat the pork dry with paper towels. If it's damp, that beautiful crust won't form.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mix all over the pork. Get into the crevices. Don’t be shy.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until golden-brown (about 5–6 minutes total).
- Mix the honey and minced garlic together and brush it all over the seared roast.
- Place pork in a roasting pan (or your air fryer basket if you're living the high-tech life).
- Roast for 45–60 minutes, or until internal temp hits 145°F. Don’t guess—use a thermometer.
- Let it rest 10–15 minutes before slicing. It's worth the wait. Promise.