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GET IT NOWThese Air Fryer Pork Chops Are The Juiciest Ever
If you want a totally foolproof way to make ’em, my easy air fryer pork chops are here for you! Here’s why I cook them using this recipe more than any other:
- Moist, tender, and juicy inside – Cooking pork chops in the air fryer is a lot more foolproof than baked pork chops or cast iron pork chops. It’s nearly impossible to dry them out with this method. I’ve never had them juicier.
- Simple ingredients – My trusty 5-ingredient pork chop marinade makes these totally irresistible in the simplest way. I also have faster seasoning options below.
- Works for bone-in or boneless pork chops – I’ve used this method with both types, and even made a time chart to cover both.
- Fast, flavorful dinner – It’s a little savory, a little sweet, and a whole lot of dinner stress taken away. I love these air fried pork chops for a fuss-free dinner on busy days. I usually work on my side dish (or homework with the kids, lol) while I wait for the marinade, but you can marinate them ahead, too.
Once you try how tender these are, you might never go back to the oven. 😉 Make them with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my air fryer pork chop recipe, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
Pork Chops:
One of the things I’m proud of with this recipe is that you can use it for any kind of pork chops you have, as I’ve tested different types and thicknesses. Both loin chops and rib chops work fine. Two aspects will affect the cooking time:
- Bone-in vs. boneless: I usually cook boneless pork chops in the air fryer, because they’re easier to eat. I’ve tested bone-in pork chops as well, and they do have more flavor, but take a bit longer to cook.
- Thickness: Choose ones that are all about the same, so that they cook at the same rate. The best air fryer pork chops I’ve made were 1 inch thick, but if all you can find is 1/2 inch, they will work fine.
Seasonings:
I use this pork chop marinade most often, but I’ve also used my simple seasoning for pork chops on busy days. Here’s what goes into each of them, so you can decide:
- Marinade option – My key ingredients here are olive oil (locks in moisture), lemon juice (makes the pork tender), and coconut aminos (for flavor and a hint of sweetness, but soy sauce or tamari would work, too). You’ll also need Dijon mustard, pressed garlic cloves, salt, and pepper.
- Seasoning option – If you don’t have time to marinate your chops, you can just brush them with oil, season, and cook right away. My go-to seasoning blend uses spices you probably have: garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme and oregano, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. I recommend 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of pork. You can also just season simply with salt and pepper.
How To Cook Pork Chops In The Air Fryer
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
- Pat the pork chops dry. This will help them soak up the marinade and keeps them juicy later.
- Marinate or season. Add the chops to my quick marinade or use my seasoning blend on both sides of the pork chops. (See both options above.)
- Cook pork chops in the air fryer. Preheat your air fryer first, then place the pork in the basket in a single layer. (You can spray the basket with cooking spray if you like, but I only do this if using the seasoning option. Otherwise the marinade provides enough oil.) Air fry pork chops, flipping halfway through, until tender and cooked through. I recommend inserting a probe thermometer prior to cooking, as shown in this picture. (See my tips below for more details!)
- Let them rest. Transfer to a plate and let the juices settle before slicing.
My Recipe Tips
- Bring the pork to room temperature if you can. Just take them out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. This allows them to cook more evenly.
- Don’t marinate for longer than 24 hours. They can get mushy if you leave them in the marinade for longer than that. If it will be longer than 1 hour, place in the refrigerator.
- If you’re seasoning instead of marinating, pre-mix the spices in a small bowl. This is faster than flipping the pork chops a bunch of times or dividing each individual spice in half for each side.
- Preheat your air fryer. I don’t do this for some of my other air fryer recipes, but with air fryer pork chops it makes a difference! Adding them to the hot basket makes them sizzle right away for better browning.
- Don’t crowd the basket. I recommend a little space between the pieces. I have this air fryer and 4 pork chops fit at once, but you’ll need to cook in batches if they don’t fit.
- Use a thermometer for the juiciest results. The air fryer can do amazing things, but pork chops are a lean cut of meat, so you can still overcook them! I just stick this probe thermometer into the thickest part of one of the chops before I close the air fryer, just in case. You can also use a regular meat thermometer, I just love the convenience of the probe. The ideal internal temperature is 145 degrees F, but the temp rises a few degrees while they rest. So, I usually remove them at 140-143 degrees F and let them come to 145 while resting. If you don’t have a thermometer at all, my handy time chart below is the next-best thing!
- Frozen pork chops work, too. They do taste better if you thaw them first, but I’ve gotten decent results cooking them frozen last-minute. Just cook for 3-5 minutes first, then season them and return to the air fryer for the remaining time.
- Want to air fry pork chops for a bigger crowd? I keep this air fryer oven in storage for those occasions, as it can hold multiple racks.
Air Fryer Pork Chops (Juicy & Easy)
These easy air fryer pork chops turn out tender and juicy, with simple ingredients and a time chart for perfect results.
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
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Prepare the pork chop marinade here and marinate the pork chops for 1-12 hours (but not longer). Alternatively, you can simply season generously with pork chop seasoning instead.
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Remove the chops from the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
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Place pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. For 1-inch-thick boneless pork chops, air fry for about 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Add an extra 1-2 minutes for bone-in pork chops, or see the post above for a more detailed time chart.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 pork chop
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get, juicy, tender, and evenly cooked pork.
- Time chart: Don’t miss my time chart to ensure that your air fried pork chops turn out perfectly juicy, no matter what thickness or cut you’ve got.
- Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. I usually dice them and toss into soups or serve sliced over salads, but you can also enjoy them whole.
- Reheat: You can reheat pork chops in the air fryer, too! I usually just pop them in the basket for 1-2 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Freeze: You can freeze cooked pork chops in a zip lock bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Note on nutrition info: Only 1/4 of the marinade is included in the nutrition calculation, as a lot is discarded after marinating.
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Air Fryer Pork Chops
How Long To Cook Pork Chops In The Air Fryer?
My typical 1-inch-thick pork chops in the air fryer usually take 12-14 minutes. Thinner ones cook faster. There’s also a difference between boneless and bone-in cuts — on average, air fryer boneless pork chops will cook 1-2 minutes faster than bone-in.
Here is the timing that works consistently for me at 400 degrees F — but like I mentioned above, a probe thermometer set to 140 degrees F will get you the best results.
| Bone-In Or Boneless | Thickness | Air Frying Time |
|---|---|---|
| Boneless | 1/2 inch | 7-9 minutes |
| Boneless | 1 inch | 11-13 minutes |
| Bone-in | 1/2 inch | 9-11 minutes |
| Bone-in | 1 inch | 13-15 minutes |
Serving Ideas
Air fryer pork chops are kind of a blank canvas — they go with almost everything! Here are some ways I like to serve them:
- Air Fryer Vegetables – I usually cut and season the veggies while I have the pork chops in the air fryer, then quickly air fry them while the meat rests. Try my air fryer brussels sprouts, air fryer cauliflower, or just mixed air fryer vegetables with whatever you have on hand.
- Potatoes – Pairing this main dish with my simple roasted potatoes or creamy mashed sweet potatoes makes it feel like true comfort food! I actually make air fryer roasted potatoes most often, by my kids’ request. If you need a lighter alternative, my fried radishes or cauliflower mash are for you.
- Simple Salads – When I want a lighter meal, I serve these with kale salad, creamy cucumber salad, or artichoke salad.
- Roasted Veggies – If you want to time your side dish to be done at exactly the same time as your air fryer pork chops, you can start roasting vegetables while the pork is marinating. Some of my favorites are roasted asparagus, roasted zucchini, and roasted eggplant. When I took the pictures in this post, I opted for roasted broccoli.
More Easy Air Fryer Dinner Recipes
It might come as a surprise that my all-time fave main dish to cook in this little appliance has been air fryer filet mignon! But when you need more common everyday staples, here are my most popular ones:
130 Comments
Lucinda
0WOW! My husband wanted pork chops, but it is just so hot. I tried your recipe, it was really tasty and didn’t heat up the house. Hubby is already asking me to make them again, said best he’s ever tasted. Thank you.
Shari C
0I was using very lean and very thick pork chops and actually slightly overcooked them in my Ninja Foodie Dual Heat Air Fryer. They were still tasty however, and fortunately I used the Quick and Easy Pork Chop Marinade as well. That probably saved me.
Next time: 1) I will pay closer attention to the recipe instructions for target internal temperature; 2) I will marinate longer than 4 hours; and 3) I will use the SearPlate instead of the basket which didn’t brown much in my air fryer.
Rache
0I had given up on pork chops. My kids wouldn’t eat them…I didn’t like them…my husband wouldn’t comment, but that meant he didn’t like them…
BUT MAYA!!! These are AMAZING! My youngest and pickiest eater said, “It’s tastes like steak!” So juicy and flavorful. I marinated for about 7 hours (put it in the bag in the morning after breakfast). I was still skeptical…but I will never make them another way! I need more marinades for variety, but there will never be another dry pork chop in my house! Thank you!!!
Mary
0Pork chops were delicious. I was in a hurry so did not marinate but next time I will.
Deb
0I’m not a big fan of pork but decided to give this recipe a try. It was easy to make, cooked quickly in the air fryer and had a very nice flavor. It’s definitely a keeper.
Lesli
0When I saw the recipe I remembered that I had frozen chops but when I realized they had bones, so I took on the challenge of cooking them like this following the recipe, first defrost the chops and then marinate them. They were delicious so soft that the bone came off the meat, my family loved it.
Margaret
0I made this last night in my air fryer and I don’t know why I didn’t think of it before!
I used olive oil and garlic with mine huge garlic fans and I still got a nice crust that I love with the pan fry. We are new to the keto diet so its been a lot of experimenting to find stuff we like and stuff the husband is willing to eat, and he couldn’t tell the difference. So saved me a lot more time which is huge with the keto diet. I will say medium size pieces work the best for me. The smaller pieces I overcooked but we buy pork loins and slice them up ourselves to try and save a little there, and I did amp the temp up the last 3 mins to crisp up the fat so worth it.
Julie
0I put my porkchops in marinade, when I got home from work, third shift. I cooked the chops in my ninja oven.
My husband and daughter agreed that the chops were tasty
Donna
0I made these for dinner this evening and had rave reviews. Everyone was asking what the sauce was. This will definitely be on my menu on a regular basis. So tender and juicy.
Lana
0The marinade was delicious! I did have to cook them longer more like 20 minutes.
Lynn
0Oh my gracious lort! I couldnt wait to be finished with dinner so I could come here to say THANK YOU LORD ALMIGHTY & MAYA! This recipe is a game changer for pork chops. The marinade is bomb diggity delightful. I had butterfly pork chops marinating for about 9 hours then popped them into the air fryer ( hesitantly ) for about 13 – 15 minutes since they were pretty thick. Served it up with a side of steamed broccoli and cheddar cheese. Juicy lucy is all I can say.
Margaret B.
0Absolutely yummylicious. I used the pork chop marinade, it made the chops so juicy and tender. Served with cauliflower “potato” salad.
Easy and quick to prepare, my kind of recipe.
Luis Mathews
0I like this recipe a lot because of the ease of getting it done. I can see myself coming back to this recipe when I am in a rush to get something done without sacrificing taste. lol I went with the bone-in alternative because I just need that meat close to the bone; it tastes the best, in my opinion. I used good old salt and pepper as seasoning and served them with salad. Thank you so much for this recipe!
Mariam
05 stars! I’ve made these twice, and they’re very good. I’ve found thicker cut boneless pork chops turned out best!!
Christy
0Im new to air frying and have asked myself: Why did I not get one earlier? I LOVE this machine! I typically buy pork steaks and not pork loin chops because they are dry and boring. Then I found this recipe and OMG! For my first attempt these turned out fabulous. Juicy, tender and flavorful! I did not marinate them, I just oiled, garlic powder, pepper, greek seasoning and a pinch of salt. The chops were about an inch thick so followed your timing chart and staying on the cautious side, went with the 11 min. For the first time ever my husband and I enjoyed a loin chop dinner with veggies and of course apple sauce! Will absolutely be making this again! THANK YOU!
Gale
0This is my go to pork chop recipe. I use the pork chop seasoning.The smoked paprika is what tops it off.I have tried boneless and bone in chops. Definitely prefer bone in chops because a Little bit of fat adds juiciness. Air frying turns chops out tender and juicy. Thanks for the chart and tips.
Kit M.
0I used this recipe tonight as it was just too hot to go out and grill, or to heat up the kitchen at the stove or in the oven. I was skeptical; I am just starting to use my air fryer for more than just reheating fish and chips, or making tater tots. Air frying meat that wasn’t dry and colorless seemed a challenge I was hesitant to attempt. What a surprise! The pork was juicy and delicious! It had a beautiful golden color, the fat was nicely crispy and dark along the edge, and the flavor was outstanding! I may never grill my chops again!
Lynn
0Omg! These pork chops were so flavorful and juicy. These will definitely be on my recipe line up for dinner!
Patti
0Holy smokes, this is fabulous. I used the pork herbs and cooked in cast iron. Soooo flippin delicious
Thanks for the mix, it’s yummy
Carol
0We usually just grill our pork chops, but I wanted to try something different. The marinade makes the chops so juicy and tender. On a hot summer’s night, these were quick, easy and very enjoyable! We will definitely make again.
Cathy Jean Smith
0Oh my goodness!!! I love these pork chops! I used a pork seasoning because I hadn’t meal planned. Just wanted pork chops!
this will be a recipe I keep on hand. Next time I will use the marinade!
Thank you!!
Shanea
0I’ve made these twice, they’re very good, I’ve found thicker cut boneless pork chops turned out best!!
Sherri
0Delicious, but had to substitute soy sauce for the coconut aminos.
Dawn Ullrich
0After I first tried pork loin chops in the air fryer I have never gone back to the old way of cooking them in a skillet. I grill them occasionally, but the air fryer is the best way to do it, and this recipe gave me a lot more ideas of how to flavor them.
Steve
0Isn’t an air fryer just a small convection oven?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
1Hi Steve, Yes, but the much smaller size makes it heat and circulate heat around the food differently than a convection oven would.
Leslie Galloway
0I used thick cut boneless center cut loin chops and they turned out delicious. These are usually tricky because they can be done on the outside and rare in the middle. The flavors really complimented the chops. This will be my new go to chop recipe. Fast, easy and perfectly chopped. YUM!
Christine Nguyen
0Made this last night, and it was a HUGE hit! Definitely including this recipe in the rotation.
Lisa Stokoe
0I enjoyed this recipe. We made the marinade using soy sauce (I personally do not use Coconut aminos) and put boneless pork chops in the marinade and left in the refrigerator for the next day. We decided to do this with some fried rice and cut up one of the pork chops to add to the rice. The recipe worked well, it was easy to do and I can see making it again and changing the marinade up with other flavors. Next time I think some onion soup mix and then make the onion soup potatoes to go with it. Thanks for the recipe.
Tina Kemp
0Love making these in my air fryer. Always moist, juicy and tender. The seasoning is the perfect combination of spices and they are super simple to make.
Renee
0We’ve done air fryer pork chops before, but these were SO GOOD! We took the spices from the dry spice recipe and mixed them with the olive oil from the marinade recipe and that is going to be a staple in our pantry from now on. I can definitely see us using it on asparagus in the air fryer! The pork chops fry up nicely with a little crispiness to them, which just adds to the yummy factor. They’re also very juicy and tender. We will definitely be making pork chops this way in the future! Thanks for the recipe Maya!
Gemma
0My family loves pork!
I follow this recipe and use bone-in ( sometimes heritage ) pork chops. The flavor is excellent; hard to go wrong with those ingredients but they consistently come out tender and juicy – doesn’t happen too often when baking. I’m not interested in ever owning an air-fryer so to me, this is my go to receipe.
Evelyn M Taylor-humphrey
0Pork chops air fry, 18 mins. @400
Charlene
0My oven has air fryer capability. How would I adapt this recipe to accommodate that?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Charlene, I don’t have an oven like that, so I am unsure how that differs from the regular air fryer I use.
Eric
0This was amazing as usual Maya! I thought the aminos made it a little sweet so the second time I used soy sauce and it was so good ?
Sarah Casalvera
0These were delicious but how did you get your chops to brown on the edges as shown in the picture? Mine were not at all browned but cooked perfectly and were nice and juicy and tender. I have a Cosori air fryer and used the marinade as written and the cooked according to your recipe chart. Just curious but will be definitely be saving this recipe for future use!
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Sarah, I didn’t do anything special to get that result, but it might have to do with the air fryer model that you have.
Laurence
0Hi, could you give me an alternative way to cook these as I do not have an air fryer?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Laurence, Here is a pork chop recipe that is cooked in the oven.
Laurence
0Thank you!
David
0This was really good. I replaced the coconut with soy sauce and 1 tbsp brown sugar. I’ll definitely make this again.
Mike
0There’s no recipes if your cooking 1 pork chop
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Mike, You can cook 1 pork chop, just change the number of servings on the recipe card.
Janelle Becker
0Biting the bullet and finally utilizing one of two air fryers we received for Christmas. Pork chops to use, and this recipe sounds terrific – my husband and I don’t follow a keto diet, so I used soy since I don’t keep aminos on hand. Excited to see how these turn out – thank you for sharing, sounds like an amazing recipe!
Amanda
0Why rate a recipe before trying it? That’s not helpful to people trying to get actual ratings.
Paula
0so quick and easy!
Swathi
0These air fryer pork chops are delicious.
Andrea
0Is there anything the air fryer can’t do? Yum!
Jere Cassidy
0Cooking pork chops for me results in shoe leather so I am glad you posted this air fryer recipe to try. I just got my AF so this will be my first recipe to try.
Stephanie
0I have loved getting to use my air fryer lately. This is one that my whole family enjoyed and we will be making again.
Alisa Infanti
0These were so fast to make and tasted amazing.
Kate
0So juicy and crispy, and quick and easy too. My kinda dinner!
Scarlet
0Thanks for the time cook chart. It was just what I needed to get the perfect cook on my pork chops.
Joan
0Oh my word! For once, no false advertising: it really does make juicy chops. Now, I was already impressed with the air fryer cooking non shoe leather meats. But this marinade… wow! I followed the cooking from the marinade page and didn’t know you could put them in an air fryer, so I figured that the cooking temps would be 25% less than in an oven and less time, too. Well… no! I first didn’t let the 1/2 inch bone-in chops come up to room temp (it was getting late) and I set the fryer to 380o for 6 minutes each side… They were definitely undercooked (no need for a thermometer: the appearance sufficed). So, I cooked them for another 5 minutes each side. I used an instant read thermometer and they were still undercooked. So, I upped the temperature to 400o for 6 minutes, flipping halfway. Perfect! I made Seriously Keto’s mashed cauliflower in the Instant Pot and served some with the chop and salad. Again, wow! Thank you for testing and sharing your recipe. It is so refreshing to not have a smoked-filled room and shoe leather chops.
Kora Mott
0I made this tonight so good .would change just one thing. Will save the marinade and heat it up to serve with them.
Janet
0Is that a good idea after raw pork soaked in that marinade?
Wholesome Yum M
1Hi Janet, If she brings the marinade to a full boil for 5+ minutes, it will destroy any harmful bacteria left from marinating in raw meat. The flavors will not be as intense, but that is really the only way to re-use a marinade.