Air frying pork chops is one of the best ways to cook pork. Since the air fryer does all the hard work for you, you can rest easy knowing that each piece of meat will be cooked to perfection every single time. I’m also a huge fan of these Air Fryer Vegetables as a light and delicious side dish, and if you’re after a superb steak recipe, try my Air Fryer Sirloin Steak! Pork chops cooked in the air fryer are great because they’re really flavorful as is and you will love the crust. This is why I add minimal seasonings and let the meat and the texture do the talking. The way that the air circulates in the Air Fryer creates a streamlined process that cooks the pork chop evenly all the way around. Make sure that you check out the rest of my air fryer recipes to help you meal plan for the month! Pair this with some simple mashed potatoes and a side of broccoli, and you’ve created the perfect flavorful comfort meal.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Boneless pork chops – I prefer thicker pork chops for our dinners, so I get them cut to be about 1.5 inches thick. Talk to the butcher in your local grocery store or butcher shop to get the best cuts possible. I like to use boneless pork chops, but you could also use bone-in.Olive oil – I’m a fan of using olive oil or coconut oil, either one.Italian seasoning – I have my own Italian seasoning that I love to whip up and add.Paprika – Adding paprika just helps to enhance such a great flavor.Salt and pepper might be simple, but they add a good flavor to the meat.
How To Make Air Fried Pork Chops
Tips for Success
Don’t overcook this pork chop recipe. This is where using a meat thermometer is key! Once the thermometer reads 145°F/62°C, this easy recipe is done and ready to remove from the air fryer. Make sure that you pay attention to the cooking time.Add other seasonings. You can easily add garlic powder or any other seasoning that you’d like to change up the flavor. Onion powder would also be great in this recipe.Mix your seasonings in a small bowl. If there is some leftover, store it in a container with a lid and use it later. Just add a label on it so that you know what ingredients are in it so that to use in your next meat recipe!
What to serve with Air Fried Pork Chops
Create a whole meal around your pork chops! The following recipes prove that you can create quite an epic dinner easily from start to finish. Start with these appetizers: Sausage Dip, Baked Potato Skins, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms. Serve with a side of: Crockpot Mashed Potatoes, Homemade French Fries, Instant Pot Broccoli, Coleslaw, Instant Pot garlic green beans. Leave some space for dessert, and make this fresh Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream, or try these delicious Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars. I hope that you enjoy these flavorful and juicy pork chops! Once you make them in your air fryer, you’re going to be hooked! © Little Sunny Kitchen
