Seasoned Air Fryer Pork Chops (Easy + Juicy Recipe)
These juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops are so easy to make! This easy pork chop recipe uses thick cut seasoned boneless pork chops or bone-in pork chops.
We eat a lot of pork chops in our house! I will admit that grilled pork chops are my favorite because I love the charred flavor, but I think these delicious Air Fryer Pork Chops are a close second. They’re definitely my new favorite air fryer recipe!
You just need a few simple ingredients for the best pork chops every single time! First, I chose thick cut pork chops. You can choose either bone-in or boneless pork chops for this recipe. Next, I brushed the pork chops with oil, which both helps the simple seasoning stick to the pork chops and helps the pork chops get a nice golden-brown color.
Cooking in the air fryer at a high heat (400 degrees F) will help the outside of the seasoned pork chops get that nice sear and hold in the juices! I think you’ll love this easy recipe
Check out all of the air fryer recipes on Blackberry Babe!
Recipe Substitutions and Additions
- The baking powder in the seasoning rub is added to make sure you get slightly crispy pork chops! I use this trick in my Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings recipe too, to get the skin nice and crispy! You can absolutely omit it if you don’t have it on hand.
- I like to use smoked paprika, when possible, but you can always use regular paprika!
- If you don’t have ground rosemary, use normal dried rosemary, or substitute it with dried thyme!
- Add a few tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs to the seasoning rub for extra crunch.
- Instead of the olive oil, feel free to use any neutral cooking oil.
- Substitute wet Dijon mustard for the dry mustard.
If you need more ideas for cooking pork chops, I recommend checking out these recipes: Cream of Mushroom Pork Chops | Sous Vide Pork Chops | Lemon Pepper Pork Chops
Serving Suggestions
I think that this air fryer pork chop recipe is perfect paired with this side salad recipe and these savory cubed sweet potatoes.
If you’d like to use the air fryer to make your side dishes, I recommend my Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, these Air Fryer Candied Sweet Potatoes, or Air Fryer Potato Wedges.
Saving Leftover Pork Chops
Place leftover pork chops in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or microwave.
Seasoned Air Fryer Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 2 center-cut pork chops 1 1/2 inches thick (boneless or bone-in)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
For the seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard ground
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary ground
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
For garnish (optional)
- green onions chopped
- chopped parsley fresh
- parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the seasonings for the dry rub.
- Using a pastry brush or grill brush, brush the pork chops with oil and rub in the dry mixture well.
- Place pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 6 minutes, then flip and air fry for an additional 6 minutes. Remove from the air fryer when the internal temperature measures 145 degrees Fahrenheit using an instant read meat thermometer and the surface of the pork chops is golden brown. If the pork chops are not turning golden brown, you can always spray them with cooking spray in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Allow the cooked pork chops to rest on a plate for 5 minutes before cutting. As it rests, the internal temperature will raise a few degrees.
- Garnish with one or more of the optional garnishes. Serve warm!
