Description
An easy air fryer pork chops recipe with a simple homemade seasoning blend that results in tender and juicy pork chops every single time.
Equipment
- My favorite air fryer
Instant Read Thermometer
Ingredients
2center-cut bone-in pork chopsabout 3/4 to 1-inch thick
1tablespoonbrown sugar
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonItalian seasoning
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1/4teaspooncayenne pepperoptional, adjust for spice preference
2tablespoonsolive oiloptional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel, brush the oil over them (optional), and apply the seasoning blend evenly to all sides of the pork.
- Place the pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
- Let the pork chops rest for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure the pork chops are completely dry using a paper towel before adding the seasoning so the seasoning will stick better.
- Press the seasonings into the pork chops rather than sprinkling the mix on top to help them get a little more flavor.
- Flip the pork chops in the air fryer halfway through the cooking time so they cook evenly on all sides.
- Reheat leftovers in a preheated air fryer at 350 degrees F for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- Cook frozen pork chops in a preheated air fryer at 380 degrees F for about 17-23 minutes. I usually season the pork chops after about 5 minutes of cooking so the seasonings will stick better.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 328kcalProtein: 40gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 160mg
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
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