Description
Air fryer pork chops cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful, with a crispy exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (5 to 6-ounce) boneless pork chop, about ¾-inch thick (141 to 170 grams)
- ¼1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (1.25 grams)
- ¼1/2 teaspoon onion powder (1.25 grams)
- ¼1/2 teaspoon paprika (1.25 grams)
- ⅛1/2 teaspoon salt (0.5 grams)
- ⅛1/2 teaspoon black pepper (0.5 grams)
- ½ tablespoon olive oil (7.5 milliliters)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: Start by preheating your air fryer for at least 5 minutes. This ensures your pork chops cook evenly and develop a crispy exterior. Do not skip this step.
- Season Your Pork Chops: Generously season your pork chop with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Ensure an even coating to help form a crust during cooking. Avoid excessive salt to prevent overwhelming flavors.
- Place in Air Fryer: Arrange your seasoned pork chop in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring there is enough space around it so air can circulate.
- Cook to Perfection: Cook the pork chop for about 10 minutes, but keep an eye on it. You want it to be golden brown and sizzling. Flip the chop halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking.
- Let Them Rest: After cooking, let the pork chop rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. This resting period will keep it juicy and tender. If you slice too soon, the juices will run out, securing moisture loss.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.
- Expert Tips: Preheat your air fryer for best results. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness at 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Let the pork chop rest after cooking to ensure tenderness. If the pork chop turns out dry, resting helps keep it juicy. For a crispy texture, lightly spritz the chop with oil before cooking. If pork chops are cooking unevenly, flipping halfway through ensures even heat distribution.
- Reheating Instructions: Reheat the pork chop in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with mashed potatoes for a hearty meal. Pair with sautéed green beans for a fresh side. Add a slice of cornbread for a comforting touch.
- Recipe Variations: Use smoked paprika for a different flavor profile. Add brown sugar for sweetness and a light crust. Incorporate Italian seasoning for a herbaceous twist.
- Ingredient Notes: Select pork chops that are firm with a nice pink color for the best quality. Substitute olive oil with avocado or grapeseed oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Sodium: 329mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 93mg