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Easy Air Fryer Pork Chops

Boneless pork chops cooked to perfection in the air fryer. This recipe is so easy and you couldn't ask for a more tender and juicy chop.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 people
Calories 1492.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Shallow dish For dredging the pork chops
  • 1 Cutting Board For resting the cooked chops
  • 1 Tongs For handling and flipping hot chops
  • 1 Measuring Spoons For accurate spice measurement

Ingredients
  

Main

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 5-ounce boneless pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Gather the ingredients. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C). Robby Lozano / Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell
  • Combine Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and pepper in a flat shallow dish; mix well. Robby Lozano / Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell
  • Coat each pork chop with olive oil. Dredge both sides of each chop in the Parmesan mixture and set on a plate. Robby Lozano / Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell
  • Place 2 chops in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes; flipping halfway through cook time. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining chops. Robby Lozano / Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell
  • Served hot and enjoy! Robby Lozano / Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell

Notes

Ensure the air fryer basket isn't overcrowded; cook in batches if necessary to promote even crisping. Resting the chops for 5 minutes after cooking is critical for retaining their juiciness. For optimal results, use an instant-read thermometer to reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) to prevent overcooking. Consider brining the pork chops for an hour prior to seasoning for an even more tender result. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can elevate the flavors and cut through the richness.