These air fryer pork chops make a fast and flavorful week night meal. Simple seasoning, easy prep and so juicy!
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We’re talking about our air fryer love again today, and these juicy air fryer pork chops are sure to make any skeptic a believer!
Pork chops can be tricky to cook because they can so easily be overcooked.
I have had really terrific luck making Crock Pot Pork Chops and Instant Pot Pork Chops but I think my new favorite method to get that juicy, tender pork chop is with my air fryer!
They have a golden exterior and juicy interior that just can’t be beat!
Serve them with any of our favorite sides for pork chops (these Garlic Mashed Potatoes can’t be beat!).
What will I need to make these Air Fryer Pork Chops?
- Thick cut boneless pork chops: choose pork chops that are roughly the same size and thickness for even cooking.
- Oil: I used canola oil for this recipe
- Simple seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder work so well together to give this pork chop a flavorful punch!
- Air fryer: I easily fit 4 pork chops into the basket of my 5.8-quart basket.
- A knife: I cut a few slits through the fat strip of each pork chop to prevent curling while cooking.
- Tongs: for turning the meat over and removing it from the very hot basket.
How do you make pork chops in the air fryer?
- Preheat the air fryer: this ensures the pork chops cook quickly and don’t dry out!
- Cut a few slits in the fat layer of each pork chop: this helps to ensure they don’t curl
- Drizzle pork chops with oil and season well
- Cook just until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F is reached — a meat thermometer is the best way to check doneness!
What to serve with Air Fryer Pork Chops:
- These Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are always a favorite!
- This Broccoli Salad goes with so many things
- My Mom’s Homemade Buns round out any meal!
Are bone in or boneless pork chops better?
I prefer boneless pork chops for this recipe because they cook a little more quickly, and it makes a difference when the family is starving!
I like to look for a nice thick pork chop, at least 1 to 1.5 inches thick or as I can find. They will shrink down a bit as they cook in the air fryer.
If your pork chops are less than 1″ thick, they will cook more quickly so it’s important to reduce check them earlier so they are not overcooked.
More air fryer recipes you’ll love:
- JUICY Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
- Air Fryer Meatballs — so moist!
- Air Fryer Baked Potato — perfectly crispy skin!
Air Fryer Pork Chops
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 4 thick cut boneless pork chops
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380℉
- Make a few slices through the fat strip on each pork chop with a sharp knife.
- Drizzle oil on pork chops. Combine salt, onion powder, pepper and garlic powder and sprinkle over pork chops.
- Spray basket of air fryer with non-aerosol cooking spray (or brush lightly with additional canola oil)
- Place seasoned pork chops in basket and cook for 20 minutes, turning once half way through. (*NOTE that thinner pork chops will cook more quickly. Flip at the 10 minute mark and check the temperature — if they are nearing 145 degrees F then cook just a few minutes more. The cook time will depend on the thickness of your pork chops)
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
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Gwenyth says
I only had a thin cut boneless chop so adjusted cooking time to 10 minutes in total. They got a nice sear around the edge in that cooking time and were not dry. My 3 year old grand daughter said they were good so that is a win..
The Recipe Rebel says
Hi Gwenyth! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Angel says
I’m trying them right now in the air fryer and they look so good can’t wait to eat them
Ashley Fehr says
I hope you enjoyed them!
Angel says
I’m going to give it a try
Amanda Wren-Grimwood says
What a great idea! Whenever I grill chops the whole kitchen is filled with smoke so this is perfect.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Amanda!
Kay says
First time making pork chops in the air fryer, they came out so much better than normal!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Kay!
Beth says
These look so yummy and perfect! I can’t wait to give this a try! So excited!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Beth!
Shashi says
Wow – you have air fried these pork chops to perfection! They look so juicy! YUM!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Shashi!
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says
Pork chops can tend to be dry, but yours look so moist and delicious! I love the air-fryer for things like this.
Ashley Fehr says
It’s the best!