Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops
Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops are juicy, flavorful, and ready in minutes. A simple recipe for perfectly crispy pork chops every time.
Servings: 2 servings
Equipment
- medium shallow bowl
- mixing spoon
- plate
- paper towels
- basting brush
Ingredients
- 2 bone-in pork chops about 1 ½ pounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup crushed croutons or breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano cheese
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine crushed croutons, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, smoked paprika, ground mustard, black pepper, and grated cheese. Mix well.
- Place pork chops on a plate and pat dry with paper towels.
- Brush both sides of each pork chop with olive oil.
- Coat each pork chop on both sides with the seasoning mixture.
- Place chops in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
♨️ REHEATING: Air fryer: Reheat at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
Oven: Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Microwave: Heat in short intervals to avoid drying.
Skillet: Warm over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
❄️ FREEZING: Freeze cooked pork chops in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Use pork chops about ½ inch thick for best results. Adjust time if chops are thicker or thinner.
Crushing croutons adds a buttery crunch compared to breadcrumbs.
Always use a meat thermometer to confirm doneness at 145°F.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Oven: Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
Stovetop: Pan-fry over medium heat 4-6 minutes per side.
Grill: Cook over medium-high heat 5-6 minutes per side.
Broiler: Broil 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Slice and use in sandwiches or wraps.
Chop and add to salads or pasta dishes.
Reheat and serve with roasted vegetables for a quick meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pork chop | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 670mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 506IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
