Air Fryer Pork Chops
Juicy and tender air fryer pork chops with a crispy exterior, cooked to perfection in minutes using minimal oil.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 chops bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon butter for basting optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Brush the pork chops lightly with oil and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each chop.
- Cook the pork chops at 375°F (190°C) for 12–16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the air fryer, let rest for 3–5 minutes, and optionally baste with melted butter before serving.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.