YOUR AIR FRYER IS THE SECRET TO THE MOST FLAVORFUL PORK CHOPS

If you usually steer clear of pork chops, then this recipe is here to change your mind—it's a cheap and easy dinner must. I understand—I've had my fair share of overdone, dry pork chops. But, when cooked right, they can be juicy and ultra-flavorful, while still getting a slight crisp on the outside. That's where the magic of the air fryer comes in. With a mix of seasonings and this handy kitchen gadget, you can have a practically hands-off dinner in 20 minutes. Keep reading on for all of my top tips on how to make them the best they can be:

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How To Make Air Fryer Pork Chops

INGREDIENTS

  • Pork Chops: For this recipe I used boneless pieces about 1" thick. If your pork chops are thicker, you will also need to increase the cooking time.
  • Olive Oil: Use your favorite extra-virgin olive oil, or checkout our list of the best extra-virgin olive oil brands.
  • Seasonings: This version gets coated in Parmesan and a mixture of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for the perfect crust, but you can tinker with the formula to find what works for you. Rub it with Cajun seasoning or burger seasoning for a slight twist, or go straight for pre-packaged spice mixes like Old Bay.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

First, pat your pork chops completely dry with paper towels. Then, coat both sides evenly with olive oil. Now, get out a small bowl, add all of your seasonings, and mix them together to combine.

Coat both sides of your pork chop with the seasoning mixture, making sure to press the seasoning well so it adheres to the pork chops. This is what will add that flavorful crust to our pork chops.

Then, put your pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook at 375°, flipping halfway through. My pork chops took around 9 minutes to cook to perfection. If you're opting for bone-in, that will take longer. To adhere to the USDA guideline for food safety, pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°. If you're a frequent carnivore, we highly recommend investing in a good cooking thermometer so that you can be sure your chops are fully cooked before digging in.

Once they’re done, let your pork chops rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Full list of ingredients & instructions can be found in the recipe below.

Recipe Tips

  • How to cook pork chops without drying them out. The air fryer is one of our favorite ways to cook pork chops because of how perfectly it crisps up the outside while keeping a moist interior. That being said, you still want to keep a close eye on your chops. I recommend using a good cooking thermometer so you can prevent overcooking—this will result in dry pork chops. Once done, let your pork chops rest for at least 10 minutes so all of the juices can sit and meld into the meat.

Storage

Let your pork chops cool down to room temperature before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for around 3-4 days.

Yields: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 4

    boneless pork chops, about 1"-thick

  • 2 tbsp.

    extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/2 c.

    finely grated Parmesan

  • 1 tsp.

    garlic powder

  • 1 tsp.

    kosher salt

  • 1 tsp.

    onion powder

  • 1 tsp.

    smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp.

    freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, then coat both sides with oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Coat both sides of pork chops with Parmesan mixture, pressing to adhere.
  3. In an air-fryer basket, arrange pork chops in a single layer. Cook at 375°, flipping halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of pork chop registers 145°, 12-15 minutes.
  4. Let pork chops rest about 10 minutes before serving.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Pork Chops

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