Description
Succulent Air Fryer Pork Chops deliver juicy, perfectly seasoned meat with a crispy golden exterior that seals in incredible flavor. Quick and easy preparation guarantees you’ll savor restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the air fryer by heating to 400°F for 5 minutes, ensuring a crisp exterior for the pork chops.
- Create a robust spice blend by combining olive oil with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, mixing thoroughly to develop deep flavor profiles.
- Thoroughly pat pork chops dry using paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, which prevents proper browning.
- Massage the prepared spice mixture comprehensively across both surfaces of the pork chops, guaranteeing complete seasoning coverage.
- Arrange seasoned pork chops in a single layer within the air fryer basket, maintaining adequate spacing to promote even cooking circulation.
- Cook the pork chops for 12-15 minutes, rotating midway through the cooking process to achieve uniform golden-brown coloration and consistent internal temperature.
- Verify doneness by confirming the internal temperature reaches 145°F, ensuring the meat is perfectly cooked and juices appear transparent.
- Allow the pork chops to rest for 5 minutes after cooking, enabling internal juices to redistribute and maintain optimal moisture.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately alongside complementary side dishes for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Moisture Matters: Pat pork chops thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispy exterior and preventing steaming.
- Spice Flexibility: Adjust the spice blend to suit dietary preferences or taste, using low-sodium alternatives or replacing cayenne with milder chili powder for less heat.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature, avoiding overcooking and maintaining juicy, tender pork chops.
- Batch Cooking: If cooking multiple chops, work in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even, crispy results in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg