Pork Chops
Juicy, golden-crusted pork chops made effortlessly in the air fryer. A simple spice rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar creates a beautifully caramelized crust while the air fryer locks in moisture for tender, flavorful results every time. Ready in under 25 minutes — perfect for a fast weeknight family dinner.
4 servings · Prep 8 min · Cook 14 min · Total 22 min
American · Dinner · Main Course
Ingredients
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4 piece bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick, patted dry
1 tbsp olive oil
Spice Rub
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt
0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
1 tsp brown sugar packed
0.5 tsp onion powder
0.5 tsp dried thyme
Garnish
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Equipment
Oven
Air Fryer
Mixing Bowl
Paper Towel
Whisk
Basket
Tongs
Mixing Bowl (4 Quarts)
Meat Thermometer
Instructions
- Pat the @[Pork Chops] completely dry with #[Paper Towel] — this is key for a good crust. In a small #[Mixing Bowl], combine the @[Smoked Paprika], @[Garlic Powder], @[Kosher Salt], @[Black Pepper], @[Brown Sugar], @[Onion Powder], and @[Dried Thyme]. Stir to mix.
- Brush or rub the @[Olive Oil] evenly over both sides of each @[Pork Chop]. Then press the spice rub generously onto all sides of each chop, coating them well.
- Preheat your #[Air Fryer] to ![400°F] for ~[3 minutes]. Arrange the @[Pork Chops] in a single layer in the #[Air Fryer] basket, making sure they are not overlapping. Work in batches if needed.
- Air fry at ![400°F] for ~[12–14 minutes], flipping the chops halfway through at the ~[6–7 minute] mark. Cook until the internal temperature reaches %[145°F] on a #[Meat Thermometer]. Thicker chops may need the full ~[14 minutes].
- Transfer the @[Pork Chops] to a plate and let them rest for ~[3–5 minutes] before serving — this allows the juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness. Garnish with @[Fresh Parsley] if desired and serve immediately.
