Here’s a juicy and flavorful recipe for Air Fryer Pork Chops — golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
🐖 Air Fryer Pork Chops
🍽 Servings: 2–4
⏱ Total Time: ~20–25 minutes
📝 Ingredients
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2–4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (¾ to 1 inch thick)
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
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Optional: pinch of brown sugar for a hint of sweetness
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the pork chops:
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Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
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Rub each chop with olive oil on both sides.
2. Season:
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In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and herbs.
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Rub seasoning blend evenly over both sides of the pork chops.
3. Preheat the air fryer:
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
4. Air fry:
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Place pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer (do not stack).
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Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Internal temp should reach 145°F (63°C) for safe doneness.
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5. Rest & serve:
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Let pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
✅ Tips & Variations
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Extra juicy? Brine the chops in salted water (1/4 cup salt in 4 cups water) for 30 minutes before cooking.
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Crispy crust: Coat chops lightly in breadcrumbs or crushed pork rinds before air frying.
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Spicy version: Add cayenne pepper or chipotle powder to your seasoning mix.
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Glazed option: Brush with BBQ sauce or honey mustard during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Mashed potatoes
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Roasted vegetables
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Applesauce or sautéed apples
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Air fryer sweet potato fries