Description
This Air Fryer Pork Chops recipe delivers juicy and tender pork chops with a crispy Parmesan crust in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner, the combination of smoky paprika, garlic, and onion powder creates a flavorful coating that pairs wonderfully with the juicy pork. Cooking in the air fryer ensures a perfectly cooked chop with minimal oil and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Pork Chops
- 4 boneless pork chops
Seasoning and Coating
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for cooking the pork chops evenly.
- Brush Pork Chops with Oil: Lightly brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil to help the seasoning and Parmesan coating adhere properly and to enhance browning.
- Mix Seasoning: In a shallow bowl, combine kosher salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground mustard, and finely grated Parmesan cheese. This mixture will give the pork chops a flavorful crust.
- Coat the Pork Chops: Press both sides of each pork chop firmly into the Parmesan seasoning mixture until well coated, ensuring an even crust on each chop.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking, then place the coated pork chops in a single layer without overlapping for proper air circulation.
- Cook Pork Chops: Air fry the pork chops for 4 minutes, then carefully flip them and continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), ensuring safe and juicy pork.
- Serve: Remove the pork chops from the air fryer and serve immediately, enjoying the crispy Parmesan crust and tender interior.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate evenly.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your pork chops; use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
- Let the pork chops rest for 3 minutes after cooking for juices to redistribute.
- If Parmesan clumps while coating, gently shake the excess off before cooking.
- Nonstick spray or brushing the basket with oil helps prevent sticking and preserves the crust.
