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Get ready to try the best pork chops you have ever made! My Air Fryer Pork Chops are amazing. With the magic of the air fryer, these pork chops turn irresistibly golden on the outside and tender on the inside. Ready in under 20 minutes using simple ingredients and a few easy steps.
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Fried Pork Chops in Air Fryer
One of my favorite dinners to make for my family is pork chops. But of course, if you have any distractions at all (and who doesn’t?), there’s a chance you might accidentally overcook the chops and have them dry out. I know I’ve had that happen more than once!
Air fryer pork chops are a total lifesaver and time-saver. They take under 20 minutes to make all told, and your only intervention, while they cook, will be to flip them halfway through. That’s it. These are the crispiest, best pork chops you will ever make!
Love it! ❤️ Going to make it again!
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Pork Chops In Air Fryer Ingredients
- Boneless pork chops (½-inch thick)
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Eggs
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper
How to Air Fry Pork Chops
- Combine panko, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs.
- Dip the pork chops first in the beaten eggs, coating completely. Then dip in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to adhere the crumbs to the pork chops. Coat both sides and gently shake off any excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Once preheated, spray each side of the pork chops using cooking spray, and place them in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 4-6 minutes, until browned and crispy. Measure the internal temperature using a meat thermometer (it should reach 140°F).
- Remove from the air fryer and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Pork Chops Air Fryer Tips
- Try my favorite 10-Quart Air Fryer for this and other air fryer recipes.
- You can use bone-in pork chops if you prefer. If using bone-in pork chops, especially if they are thicker than ½-inch, they will most likely need to cook for longer than boneless. Cook for about 12 minutes total – 6 minutes on one side, 6 minutes on the next.
- Always check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer, especially if using thicker pork chops or pork chops cooked from frozen.
- Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
- I always make extra leftover pork chops because I love leftovers!
Isabel’s Air Fryer
It’s amazing what you can cook with an air fryer! I love mine and highly recommend it. It even has a steaming function to re-hydrate stale bread!
photo courtesy of Our Place
Pork Chops Side Dishes
Try this dish with all my best Pork Chop Sides!
How Long to Air Fry Pork Chops
Boneless Pork Chops: At 400°, cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 4-6 minutes until browned and crispy. Measure the internal temperature using a meat thermometer (it should reach 140°F).
Bone in Pork Chops: At 400°, cook for 6 minutes on one side and 6 minutes on the next. You may need to cook it longer if it is thicker than ½ inch. Measure the internal temperature using a meat thermometer (it should reach 140°F).
Air Fried Pork Chop Temps
Follow the below chart for air fryer pork temps. Use a meat thermometer for best results and measure your air fryer to know what size cuts will fit.
| Pork Cut | Pork Weight or Thickness | Air Fryer Temperature | Internal Temperature | Cooking Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pork Chops (Boneless) | ½-inch thick | 400°F | 145°F | 5 minutes on one side, 4-6 minutes opposite side |
| Pork Chops (Bone-in) | 1-1.5 inches thick | 380°F | 145°F | 5-6 minutes on each side |
Air Fryer Pork Chops FAQs
After air frying the pork chops for at least 9 minutes total, check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer to tell if they are done cooking. The temperature should read 140°F. Once they reach this temperature, remove the pork chops from the air fryer and allow them to rest 5 minutes. The temperature will rise slightly as they rest.
You can air fry bone-in pork chops, though thicker pork chops will take slightly longer to cook than thin boneless chops. Air fry thick bone-in pork chops for a total of 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
You can air-fry pork chops with flour if you like. Pork chops dredged in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs work well in the air fryer just as panko pork chops do following the same instructions. Spray them liberally with olive oil spray so they do not stick to the tray.
Juicy Pork Chop Recipes
- Instant Pot Pork Chops
- Oven Baked Pork Chops
- Smothered Pork Chops
- Pork Chop Sandwich
- French Onion Pork Chops
Recipe
Air Fryer Pork Chops
Equipment
- Cooking spray I recommend olive oil spray
- 2 Bowls large enough to dredge pork chops in eggs and breadcrumbs
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops ½-inch thick
- 1 cup Panko seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 eggs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine panko, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs.1 cup Panko seasoned breadcrumbs, ¼ cup parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 2 eggs, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Dip the pork chops first in the beaten eggs, coating completely. Then dip in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to adhere the crumbs to the pork chops. Coat both sides and gently shake off any excess.4 boneless pork chops
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Once preheated, spray each side of the pork chops using cooking spray, and place in the air fryer basket.
- Cook 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 4-6 minutes, until browned and crispy. Measure the internal temperature using a meat thermometer (it should reach 140°F).
- Remove from the air fryer and allow to rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
- You can use bone-in pork chops if you prefer. If using bone-in pork chops, especially if they are thicker than ½-inch, they will most likely need to cook for longer than boneless. Cook for about 12 minutes total – 6 minutes on one side, 6 minutes on the next.
- Always check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer, especially if using thicker pork chops or pork chops cooked from frozen.
- Let the pork chops rest 5 minutes after cooking.
- If using frozen pork chops, you can defrost for 4-5 minutes at 380°F before following the recipe as instructed, or defrost first in the refrigerator overnight.
Terry says
Amazing Air Fryer Pork Chops Recipe, Easy, Delicious, Fast!
Em Beitel says
Thank you so much, Terry! We’re so glad you enjoyed them!
Amy says
They turned out great! Like she said, not dried out on the inside, but nice and crispy on the outside, as well as flavorful. Will do them this way from now on!
Amy
Em Beitel says
That’s awesome, Amy! We’re so glad you enjoyed them – thank you for your comment!
LadyH says
This was excellent!
Em Beitel says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, thank you for your comment!
Lori D says
Delicious, and the kids (5, 3, and 1) loved it!! Will definitely make again.
Em Beitel says
That is so awesome, Lori! Thank you so much – we’re glad you all enjoyed it!
Jill Roseberry says
Is there any way to adjust the time or temperature to half inch tederloins? My other half perfers thinner meat.
Em Beitel says
Hi Jill! Definitely, assuming you mean pork chops rather than tenderloin, this recipe by default is for half-inch thick boneless pork chops. If you’d like to cook thicker chops, you’ll need to add a bit more time, instead. For thicker, I would cook for 6 minutes on each side (but measure the internal temperature to be safe).
Gabriela M says
My family loved this recipe, even my picky eater was raving about it.
Em Beitel says
Thank you so much for letting us know, Gabriela! We’re so glad everyone enjoyed it!
Pamela says
How much parmesan? It says 1/4 parmesan. 1/4 cup?
Em Beitel says
Hi Pamela! Sorry for the confusion – yes, 1/4 cup.
Jill Banning says
Pork Chops came out awesome!
Great recipe
Isabel Laessig says
So happy to hear it, Jill! Thank you so much for your comment!
Holly says
May I use regular bread crumbs??..I don’t have the other kind on hand?? And will I get the same crunch?? THANK YOU!
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Holly! You could definitely use regular bread crumbs instead. Panko is slightly crunchier, so it won’t be exactly the same, but it will certainly be delicious. Enjoy!
Mary says
I’m out of Parmesan cheese can I just leave it out
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Mary! Yes, it should be completely fine to leave out the Parmesan. Enjoy!