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. We understand—we’ve had our 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 our 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 our top tips on how to make them the best they can be:
Seasoning your pork chops:
Our version gets coated in Parmesan and plenty of spices 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.
How long should I cook pork chops in the air fryer?
It totally depends on the size of your pork chops. For our recipe, we used boneless pieces about 1″ thick, which took around 9 minutes to cook to perfection. If you’re opting for bone-in, that will take longer; if your pork chops are thicker, you will also need to increase the cooking time. 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.
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. We 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.
Serving ideas for air fryer pork chops:
These pork chops are perfect with a variety of easy side dishes. Some of our favorites: cacio e pepe Brussels sprouts, garlic and feta mashed potatoes, and bacon fried cabbage. That being said, you can never go wrong with some sautéed zucchini and steamed rice.
Made them? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!
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. We understand—we’ve had our 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 our 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 our top tips on how to make them the best they can be:
Seasoning your pork chops:
Our version gets coated in Parmesan and plenty of spices 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.
How long should I cook pork chops in the air fryer?
It totally depends on the size of your pork chops. For our recipe, we used boneless pieces about 1″ thick, which took around 9 minutes to cook to perfection. If you’re opting for bone-in, that will take longer; if your pork chops are thicker, you will also need to increase the cooking time. 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.
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. We 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.
Serving ideas for air fryer pork chops:
These pork chops are perfect with a variety of easy side dishes. Some of our favorites: cacio e pepe Brussels sprouts, garlic and feta mashed potatoes, and bacon fried cabbage. That being said, you can never go wrong with some sautéed zucchini and steamed rice.
Made them? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!
- Yields:
-
4
serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 5 mins
- Total Time:
- 20 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 422
Directions
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- Step 1
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, then coat both sides with oil.
- Step 2In 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.
- Step 3In 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°, about 9 minutes.
- Step 4Let pork chops rest about 10 minutes before serving.
- Step 1
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