Pork & Seafood · Easy
Air Fryer Pork Chops
These air fryer pork chops turn out juicy and perfectly seared with a golden crust, all in about 20 minutes without heating up the whole kitchen.
What you'll need
- 4 (about 1 inch thick)bone-in or boneless pork chops
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoonpaprika
- to tastesalt and black pepper
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 400F.
- 2Pat the pork chops dry and rub with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 145F.
- 4Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Make it yours
- Add a dry rub with brown sugar for a sweet-savory crust.
- Brush with barbecue sauce during the last 2 minutes.
- Use thinner chops and reduce cook time by a few minutes.
Good with
- Mashed potatoes
- Roasted vegetables
- Applesauce on the side
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
How do I know when pork chops are done?
Use a meat thermometer; pork chops are safely cooked at 145F internal temperature.
Can I cook frozen pork chops?
Yes, add about 5 extra minutes per side and check for doneness with a thermometer.
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