Air fryer pork chops are my newest obsession.
They’re a delicious, healthy twist on classic pork chop recipes with all the flavor but much less grease.
Expect a wonderfully crispy coating and perfectly juicy meat in every single bite. All that, and they’re ready in a flash!
If you’ve never made air fryer pork chops, this recipe will blow your mind. It’ll absolutely and irrevocably change the way you look at cooking chops.
And you won’t be the only one who does! Your spouse, kids, parents, siblings, and friends will go nuts for this simple pork chop recipe.
Plus, it’ll allow you to cut weeknight dinner preparation time in half. And you won’t have to sacrifice any taste or enjoyment, either!
How’s that for a win-win?
Believe it or not, this scrumptious recipe only calls for a handful of pantry staples. And you can change up the spices as you like!
Since the ingredients list is so small, it won’t be surprising to hear this recipe is extremely easy.
You’ll find more details at the bottom of the post. But here’s a super quick rundown of what you need to do:
One of the most significant issues with pork chops is that they turn dry fast. How many tough chops have you had to choke down over the years?
Well, not anymore! These babies are as juicy as it gets – if you cook them right, that is.
Of course, you’ll need to adjust the cooking time if your chops are larger or smaller, thick or thin.
I suggest adding a minute for every extra half-inch of meat. In contrast, cook for a minute less per side for every half-inch thinner.
Check for doneness by inserting a digital thermometer into the center of each chop. It’s ready to eat at 145 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
Worried about dry meat? Check out these simple tips for cooking pork chops in the air fryer:
As mentioned, you can easily change up the flavor of these pork chops. Just play around with the spices until you find something you like.
Here’s a few options:
You can serve whatever sides you like best with pork chops. But if you need inspiration, here are a few of my favorites sides:
You can store leftover chops in the fridge or freezer, depending on how soon you want to eat them.
Here’s how:
Other options include reheating them on the stove or in the microwave. Use a non-stick pan over medium heat or microwave on high in 30-second intervals.
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