Air Fryer Pork Chops
Perfectly cooked and rubbed with a savory blend of brown sugar and spices, these air fryer pork chops are ready in just minutes!
Servings: 2
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 bone-in center cut pork chops about 1 to 1-½ inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat the Air Fryer to 375˚F.
- Make the seasoning. In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, chili powder, sweet paprika, ground mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; mix until well incorporated.
- Prep the pork chops. Grease the pork chops with olive oil, then season them on both sides with the prepared rub.
- Cook. Transfer the pork chops to the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes. Flip over and continue to cook for 4 to 6 more minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork chops registers at 145˚F. I don’t recommend using thinner pork chops, but if you do, the cooking time will be less. For the best and most accurate results, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Rest and serve. Remove the pork chops from the air fryer and transfer them to a plate; let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Pork Chops: This recipe is specifically for bone-in pork chops that are about 1 to 1.5 inches thick, but if you want to use boneless pork chops, they will need about 2 to 3 minutes less cooking time. To be safe, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check for doneness. 145˚F is the safe internal temperature for pork chops.
- Doubling the Recipe: You can easily double this recipe and make four pork chops, but make sure not to overlap the pork chops in the air fryer. If needed, cook the pork chops in batches.
- Dry Brine: If time permits, take the pork chops out of the refrigerator, season them, and then allow them to sit, covered, at room temperature for up to 30 minutes before cooking. They’ll be more flavorful.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftover pork chops in airtight containers for 3-4 days. To freeze leftover pork chops, store them in freezer bags and keep them in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 664mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 797IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
