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It only takes 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to make these juicy air fryer pork chops! Plus clean up is a breeze!
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This air fryer pork chop recipe is an all-around winner. I mean, what’s not to love? Not only are these pork chops tender and full of flavor, they are also quick to make with easy clean up! Not to mention low carb, gluten free, and keto!
Why Make Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
For juicy pork chops, you need to make sure the outside is cooked quickly so the juices get trapped inside. This can be done by searing the chops or by cooking them at a higher temperature in the air fryer. By air frying pork chops you eliminate the need for multiple dishes. You can cook them completely from start to finish in the air fryer which makes clean up a breeze!
Ingredients to Make Air Fryer Pork Chops
- Pork chops – you can use either boneless pork chops or bone-in pork chops. I prefer using regular or thick cut pork chops because they don’t dry out as easily. Thin cut may be used but be sure to cook for much less time, checking often.
- Oil – I used an avocado oil for this recipe because it has a higher smoke point but any cooking oil will work great. Olive oil may also be used.
- Salt – not much salt is needed because the ranch dressing mix has a good amount of salt
- Ranch seasoning mix – I love ranch mix because it is full of flavor and so easy to add! If you don’t have ranch mix or you just want to make ranch seasoning from scratch, simply use the seasonings used in our homemade ranch dressing recipe.
- Paprika – This gives the pork chops a beautiful color and also a subtle smoky flavor
For a Crispy Coating
If you are looking for a crispy pork chop, you can always add a seasoned crumb coating. To do this, combine the salt, ranch dressing mix and paprika with a cup of panko breadcrumbs and a half cup of parmesan cheese. Dredge the pork chop in flour, then in egg, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Spray with cooking spray before cooking in the air fryer. If you notice the breadcrumbs getting too brown, lightly wrap the chops in foil an continue air frying until done.
How Long to Cook Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
Cooking time varies depending on the thickness of your pork chop. I used a thicker cut pork chop so I air fried for a total of 14 minutes. Regular cut pork chops (about 1″ thick) may only need 10-12 minutes. Thin cut pork chops may take as little as 8 minutes. The most important thing to do is check the internal temperature using a digital meat thermometer. For perfect pork chops, no matter the size, remove from the air fryer as soon as you reach 145 degrees F.
Get Perfect Pork Chops Every Time
Air fry the pork chops at a higher temperature for the first 6-7 minutes to lock in the juices. Next, flip the pork chops and air fry JUST until you reach 145 degrees F. To do this, check the pork chops every 2-3 minutes until done. Check quickly so the heat doesn’t leave the air fryer too much!
What to Serve with Pork Chops
When looking for something to serve with pork chops, you can never go wrong with potatoes, green beans, broccoli, a green salad, or even pasta. Here are a few more side dish ideas:
Air Fryer Pork Chops FAQs:
Chances are, the pork chops are overcooked. Be sure to only cook to 145 degrees F.
Thin cut pork chops will take much less time. They may take only 7-8 minutes. Start checking the internal temperature after 6 minutes.
Absolutely! Use the same method as below for bone-in pork chops.
It is possible but I don’t recommend it. The seasoning won’t stick to the frozen pork chops and they will likely cook unevenly.
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Easy Air Fryer Pork Chops (Made in 15 Minutes!)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2-3 pork chops
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing seasoning mix (or 1 packet)
- 2 teaspoons paprika (or to taste)
Instructions
- Remove pork chops from packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. Drizzle oil onto each pork chop. Rub oil in with hands until well covered.
- Sprinkle salt onto each side of each pork chop, then do the same with the ranch seasoning and paprika. Rub with hands until all sides of the pork chop are covered in seasoning.
- Air fry at 400 degrees F for 7 minutes.
- Flip pork chops and cook at 375 degrees F for another 7-8 minutes or until an instant-read digital meat thermometer reads 145 degrees F.
- Time will vary depending on the thickness of your pork chops so check the temperature often after you flip them.
- Allow pork chops to rest 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Check the pork chops often with a digital thermometer after flipping to avoid over cooking
- For a crispy coating combine the salt, ranch dressing mix and paprika with a cup of panko breadcrumbs and a half cup of parmesan cheese. Dredge the pork chop in flour, then in egg, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Spray with cooking spray before cooking in the air fryer. If you notice the breadcrumbs getting too brown, lightly wrap the chops in foil an continue air frying until done.
- If you don’t have ranch mix or you just want to make ranch seasoning from scratch, simply use the seasonings used in our homemade ranch dressing recipe.
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