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    Home » Recipes » Pork » Air Fryer Pork Chops

    Air Fryer Pork Chops

    Published: Oct 27, 2022 · Modified: Apr 5, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    These Air Fryer Pork Chops are so tender and easy to prepare! The simple pork chop marinade makes them flavorful and moist.

    sliced air fryer pork chops on a white plate with potatoes and salad

    My family loves it when I make pork chops in the air fryer! Even our pickiest eater enjoys them. I love that I can prep them beforehand and when dinnertime rolls around they are ready in about 10 minutes!

    Here’s Everything You Need To Make Pork Chops In an Air Fryer

    • Pork Chop Marinade Recipe
    • How To Make Air Fryer Pork Chops
    • What To Serve With Pork Chops
    • Frequently Asked Questions Pork Chops
    • Want more pork recipes? Try these next:
    ingredients in bowls and on a black plastic tray

    Pork Chop Marinade Recipe

    A marinade is made up of an oil, an acid, and flavorings. Marinating pork chops prior to cooking them is the best way to tenderize them, add moisture, and add flavor. This recipe uses olive oil for the oil, soy sauce for the acid, and garlic and pepper for the flavor. We also added honey for a little sweetness and to help with browning the meat.

    • Whisk the soy sauce, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, and coarse ground black pepper together.
    • Remove a little of the marinade and place it in the refrigerator for basting later.
    • Put the pork chops in a gallon-sized zip-top bag (or in a glass dish) and pour the marinade over them. Seal the top of the bag and turn to coat the meat.
    • Marinate for at least three hours or overnight.
    close of up sliced air fryer pork chops

    How To Make Air Fryer Pork Chops

    An air fryer is such an easy way to make delicious, tender pork chops. No need to turn on the oven, fire up the grill or stand over a frying pan! There are three easy steps to making them: marinate, cook, and rest.

    • Marinate: Once the pork is done marinating, place it in the preheated air fryer and discard the remaining marinade.
    • Cook: It only takes 8-10 minutes to cook meat depending on how thick the pieces are. You’ll use the reserved marinade to baste the meat halfway through cooking.
    • Rest: Once the pork is done cooking, place it on a plate and tent the plate with foil. Allow them to rest for five minutes before slicing. Resting the meat allows the fibers to relax and the juices to reabsorb. If you cut it right after cooking, the juices will run out.
    a sliced of meat on a fork.

    What To Serve With Pork Chops

    While your pork chops are marinating and cooking, you can whip up some delicious sides! Serve them with cooked veggies, salad, bread, and fruit. If you are short on time, use a bagged salad, steam-in-the-bag veggies, and store-bought dinner rolls. Or if you have time to make your sides, here are a few ideas for sides that go well with pork:

    • Veggies: Oven Roasted Vegetables, Twice Baked Potatoes, or Corn On the Cob
    • Salads: Cobb Salad, Italian Pasta Salad, or Broccoli Salad
    • Bread: Dinner Rolls, Garlic Knots, or Cornbread
    • Fruit: Applesauce, Fried Apples, or Cranberry Sauce
    two air fryer pork chops.

    Frequently Asked Questions Pork Chops

    How do I cook pork chops so they don’t dry out?

    The most important thing is to only cook pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145˚F. Marinating them beforehand helps as well.

    What’s the secret to making tender pork chops?

    The secret to making tender pork chops is marinating them before cooking and not overcooking them.

    How long do you cook pork chops?

    It depends on how thick they are. Thinner pork chops will cook faster than thick ones. For boneless pork chops that are about 1 inch thick, cook them for 8-10 minutes at 400˚F in an air fryer, flipping them over halfway through cooking, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145˚F

    a pork chop cut into slices.

    Want more pork recipes? Try these next:

    • These Crock Pot Pork Chops are cooked in a creamy sauce that can be used as a gravy over mashed potatoes.
    • Pork Fried Rice is easy to make with peas and carrots along with rice and eggs. This is a great way to use leftover pork.
    • Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is made with only 4 ingredients and it’s perfect for sandwiches and tacos.
    • Garlic Rosemary Pork Tenderloin can be cooked on the grill or the stovetop! Serve with roasted potatoes as a side dish.
    two air fryer pork chops.

    Air Fryer Pork Chops

    These Air Fryer Pork Chops are so tender and easy to prepare! The simple pork chop marinade makes them flavorful and moist.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
    Marinating Time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 3 hours hours 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 people
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    Equipment

    Air Fryer
    Digital Thermometer
    Mercer Knife

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb thick cut boneless pork chops two 1-inch thick chops
    • 1/4 cup soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon honey
    • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Mix together the soy sauce, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, and coarse ground black pepper. Remove a little of the marinade and set it aside for basting.
      pork chop marinade
    • Put the pork chops into a gallon-size zip-top bag and pour the marinade over the pork chops. Seal the top and turn the bag to coat the chops with the marinade. Place the pork in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 3 hours. Remove the pork chops from the refrigerator and place the on the counter for 20 minutes to come to room temperature.
      pouring marinade over pork chops in a gallon sized zip top bag.
    • Preheat the air fryer to 400˚F. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and lightly grease the air fryer basket. Cook the pork chops for 5 minutes at 400˚F, baste and flip the chops over and baste again. Continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes, until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145˚F when inserted into the side of the chops. Reduce the cooking time when using thinner pork chops.
      pork chops in air fryer basket.
    • Remove the pork chops from the air fryer, place them on a plate, and loosely tent them with foil. Rest the pork chops for 5 minutes before serving. Place the pork chops on serving plates and pour the juices from the resting plate over them.
      pouring juices over sliced pork.

    Video

    Notes

    Store cooked pork chops in an airtight container for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.
    Note: Nutrition facts were calculated using 1/2 of the marinade since much of it is discarded.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4oz | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 558mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course: Pork
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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