Air Fryer Pork Chops

Boneless pork chops rubbed with brown sugar, smoked paprika and garlic, air fried until browned outside and juicy inside. Ready in under 30 minutes; serves 4.

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Allergens: none of the major food allergens in the ingredients as written. Check package labels, which can change.

  • Prep 10 min
  • Cook 12 min
  • Total 27 min
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Level Easy

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Air fryer pork chops with a browned paprika crust on a plate

The air fryer gives pork chops a browned, slightly crisp crust without heating up the kitchen. A quick rub of brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic and a little mustard powder caramelizes in the hot air.

Thick chops work best: look for boneless chops about 1 inch thick. Thin chops dry out before they brown.

Instructions

  1. Heat the air fryer. Heat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
  2. Season. Pat the chops dry and rub with the oil. Mix the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard, salt and pepper and press it onto both sides.
  3. Air fry. Lay the chops in the basket in a single layer, not touching. Cook 9 to 12 minutes, turning once halfway, until an instant-read thermometer reads 145°F in the center.
  4. Rest. Rest the chops 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

340Calories
5 gCarbohydrates
0 gFiber
4 gNet carbs
34 gProtein
20 gFat

Estimated per serving, based on 4 servings, using USDA FoodData Central values for each ingredient. Net carbs are carbohydrates minus fiber. Optional ingredients, garnishes and anything served on the side are not included. Brands and portion sizes change the numbers.

Naturally gluten-freeDairy-freeKetoLow-carbHigh-proteinBudget-friendly

Tips

  • Cook in batches if the chops do not fit in one layer; crowding steams them.
  • Bone-in chops of the same thickness take 2 to 3 minutes longer.

Printable: safe cooking temperatures chart (PDF).

Storage and leftovers

Freezer-friendly

Refrigerate up to 4 days, or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes, or slice cold for sandwiches; reheating them hot through again can dry them out.

Questions about this recipe

How long do pork chops take in the air fryer?
About 9 to 12 minutes at 400°F for 1-inch boneless chops, turned once, until they reach 145°F.
What temperature should pork chops be cooked to?
145°F, followed by a 3-minute rest, the USDA safe minimum for whole cuts of pork.

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