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Crispy Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops

Enjoy juicy, perfectly seasoned boneless pork chops cooked in an air fryer to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chop Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless pork chops (¾ to 1-inch thick, about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil Substitute with melted butter for richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Substitute with regular paprika if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Or use Italian seasoning for Mediterranean flair.
  • 1 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon brown sugar Enhances caramelization.
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional, for heat.
Breaded Variation Ingredients
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 pieces beaten eggs For a three-stage breading station.

Method
 

Preparation and Seasoning
  1. Remove pork chops from refrigeration 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even temperature distribution. Pat each chop completely dry using paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and cayenne.
Oil Application and Seasoning
  1. Brush both sides of each pork chop with olive oil. Generously apply the spice mixture.
  2. Allow seasoned chops to rest for 5 minutes.
Air Fryer Setup
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Initial Cooking Phase
  1. Place pork chops in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
  2. Cook for 6 minutes without opening the basket.
Flipping and Final Cook
  1. Carefully flip each pork chop using tongs.
  2. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, depending on thickness.
Temperature Verification
  1. Insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest portion of each chop to verify a temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  2. Remove chops upon reaching the target temperature.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for optimal crispiness. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.