Air Fryer Pork Chops

5 from 33 votes

These air fryer pork chops turn out juicy on the inside with a well-seasoned, golden exterior. Fast, reliable, and designed specifically for lean, boneless loin chops.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: Easy

Servings: servings

Calories: 276kcal

Author: Nora from Savory Nothings

Ingredients

4 boneless pork loin chops about ¾–1 inch thick
2 tablespoons olive oil Feel free to use canola oil or any cooking oil you prefer.
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried herbs I always use either Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence. You can even use just dried parsley if that’s what you have.
1 teaspoon salt
cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:
Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes. Get your ingredients ready.
Note: The preheating step is important — starting with a hot air fryer helps the pork chops brown quickly instead of steaming.
Prepare the pork chops:
Pat the pork chops dry, then place them in a bowl with the olive oil. Toss until evenly coated.
Note: Removing surface moisture helps with browning, and oil first ensures even seasoning.
4 boneless pork loin chops, 2 tablespoons olive oil
Season the pork chops:
Mix the seasoning together, then add to the pork chops. Gently toss or massage the seasoning into the meat for the best flavor coverage.
1 teaspoon ground paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried herbs, 1 teaspoon salt, cracked black pepper
Air fry:
Place the pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overlapping so the hot air can circulate properly.
Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes (exact time will depend on the thickness of your chops, the safe internal temperature according to the USDA is 145°F).
Note: Flipping halfway is optional — it helps slightly with browning but isn’t required.
Serve:
Allow the pork chops to rest for 3 minutes, then serve immediately.

Notes

Pork chops: You want to go for the lean, boneless loin chops here. Other cuts of pork may need a longer cooking time than the loin chops.
Optional marinade: If you have extra time and want deeper flavor, you can marinate the pork chops ahead of time using a simple pork chop marinade — just pat dry lightly before air frying.
Seasoning: Massaging the seasoning into the pork makes it more flavorful. But if you prefer not to touch the meat much, brushing with oil and sprinkling the seasoning still works!

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