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Get It NowWhen it gets too hot to make baked pork chops, or if you want a totally foolproof way to make ’em, easy air fryer pork chops are just the thing! They cook up tender and juicy (no breading needed), without having to turn on the oven. And — bonus — air fryer boneless pork chops are even quicker to make than the oven version. Once you learn how to cook pork chops in the air fryer, you might never go back!
Just like air fryer chicken wings and air fryer chicken breast are some of my basic air fryer staples for chicken and air fryer filet mignon (or any air fryer steak) is my go-to for steak night, this is one of those basic air fryer pork chop recipes you’ll want to bookmark for anytime you want to make ’em — boneless and bone-in versions included. The method is also similar to air fryer lamb chops!
Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Pork Chops Recipe
- Moist, tender, and juicy every time
- Savory and slightly sweet flavor
- Simple 5-ingredient marinade (or use seasonings instead)
- Quick 12 minute cook time
- No eggs, flour, panko breadcrumbs, or dredging needed
- Packed with protein
Ingredients & Substitutions
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for air fryer pork chop recipes, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
Choosing The Pork Chops:
You can make air fryer pork bone-in pork chops or boneless, at your preferred thickness. Use these tips to choose the best ones:
- Bone-in vs. boneless: Bone-in cuts will have more flavor, but take a bit longer to cook. Boneless cuts (typically a loin or rib with the bone removed) have a quicker cooking time and are a easier to eat. Pick your preference.
- Rib vs. loin chops: Rib chops contain a bit more fat, while loin chops are leaner. Both have a mild flavor.
- Thickness: Choose pork chops that have a similar size and thickness, so that they cook at the same rate. The best air fryer pork chops will be at least 3/4 to 1 inch thick, but if all you can find is 1/2 inch, they will work fine.
- Appearance: A firm chop with some marbling is ideal — look for firm, pinkish-red flesh and avoid chops that look very pale or have dark spots.
Seasonings:
I used my quick and easy pork chop marinade for this pork chop air fryer recipe. It contains olive oil (or avocado oil), coconut aminos (or soy sauce or tamari would also work), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, pressed garlic cloves, sea salt, and black pepper.
If you don’t have time to marinate them, you can use seasoning for pork chops instead, or season simply with salt and pepper. You could also add other seasonings like jerk seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, grated parmesan cheese, or cumin depending on your flavor preference.
How To Cook Pork Chops In The Air Fryer
This section shows how to make pork chops in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.
- Pat dry. Pat the meat dry with paper towels. (This will help them soak up the marinade and keeps them juicy later.)
- Make the marinade. Prepare the pork chop marinade according to the instructions here.
- Marinate. Add the pork chops to the marinade and make sure all sides get coated. Let the meat marinate in a bowl or bag in the fridge. Remove them from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking and shake off any excess marinade.
VARIATION: Season with your favorite seasonings instead.
If you’re short on time, skip the marinade and simply use oil and your favorite seasonings on all sides of the pork chops. My go-to in this situation is pork chop seasoning (1/2 tablespoon per chop), but see more ideas above.
- Air fry. Preheat the air fryer first, then place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. (You can spray the basket with cooking spray if you like, but I don’t find this necessary since the marinade provides enough oil.) Air fry, flipping halfway through. I recommend inserting a probe thermometer prior to cooking, as shown below.
- Rest. Allow chops to rest for a few minutes to keep them juicy.
What Temp To Cook Pork Chops In The Air Fryer?
The perfect air fryer temperature for pork chops is 400 degrees F. This cooks them quickly to avoid drying out.
How Long To Cook Pork Chops In The Air Fryer?
Cooking pork chops in the air fryer can take anywhere between 7 and 15 minutes, depending on the thickness, and whether you are using boneless or bone-in.
For perfect results, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes first. Then, add the pork and cook using the following chart…
| 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 |
On average, air fryer boneless pork chops will cook 1-2 minutes faster than bone-in.
For chops that are both juicy and safe, the final internal temperature should reach 145 degrees F. However, the temperature can rise several degrees while they rest, so you may want to remove them when your thermometer reads around 140-143 degrees F.
A probe thermometer like this will narrow your air fryer time down to the second — it beeps when it reaches the right temp! However, a regular meat thermometer can work as well.
Tips For The Best Air Fryer Pork Chops
Whether you choose bone-in or boneless cuts, follow these guidelines for juicier, more flavorful meat:
- Bring meat to room temperature. Recipes for pork chops in the air fryer work best if you bring the meat to room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This allows them to cook more evenly and avoid drying out.
- Don’t marinate for longer than 12 hours. They can get mushy if they are left in the marinade for longer than that.
- Give them space. Avoid crowding the air fryer basket. There should be a small space between the chops. If there isn’t enough room, cook in batches.
- Don’t overcook. Since pork chops are a lean cut of meat, they can dry out easily if you cook them too long. I recommend sticking a probe thermometer into the thickest part of one of the chops before you close the air fryer. This way you don’t have to let heat out to check for doneness.
- Remember to rest. To retain the juices inside, take 5 minutes to let the chops rest before slicing and serving. If you cut into them right away, they will taste more dry.
Can You Cook Frozen Pork Chops In The Air Fryer?
Yes, you can cook frozen chops in the air fryer. At 400 degrees F, they will take about 3-5 minutes longer than fresh.
To cook from frozen, cook for about 8 minutes, then flip, insert your probe thermometer, and continue cooking until they reach 145 degrees F. (You can also use the time chart above, and add 3-5 minutes.)
Storage Instructions
- Store: Keep leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Reheat: You can reheat pork chops in the air fryer, too! I prefer to set the temperature low, about 200 degrees F, and heat for about 10 minutes. But if you don’t have much time, just a few minutes at 400 degrees F or reheating in the microwave will work just fine.
- Freeze: Place leftovers in a freezer bag and freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Pork Chop Recipes
Now that you know how to cook pork chops in air fryer, here are some ideas for what to serve with them:
- Potatoes – Roasted potatoes or creamy mashed sweet potatoes are a classic pairing, but I often go for lighter swaps like baked sweet potatoes, pan fried radishes, or smooth cauliflower mash.
- Simple Salads – Try a sweet kale salad, a crunchy and creamy cucumber salad, or tangy marinated artichoke salad for a fresh side dish.
- Vegetables – While your air fryer pork chops cook, use your oven to roast zucchini, tender eggplant, or broccoli (pictured above). Or if you want to do everything in your air fryer, try air fryer vegetables.
More Easy Pork Chop Recipes
Tired of the same old pork meals? Try out these mouth-watering, easy to make pork chop recipes for something new and delicious!
Recommended Tools
- Air Fryer – This one is my go-to basket-style air fryer, shown in the photos, as it cooks very evenly and is so versatile. When I want to make pork chops in the air fryer for a larger crowd, I take this air fryer oven from my basement, as it can hold several rows of racks — so convenient!
- Probe Thermometer – This one beeps when your meat reaches the correct temperature. It’s a must for pork chops, and for steaks like sirloin and New York strip, too. Never overcook again!
Air Fryer Pork Chops Recipe
Air Fryer Pork Chops (Juicy & Easy!)
This easy (bone-in or boneless) air fryer pork chops recipe is always juicy, with simple ingredients and a time chart for perfect results.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions below to start a kitchen timer while you cook.
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Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
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Prepare the pork chop marinade according to the instructions here. Marinate the pork chops for 1-12 hours (but not longer). (Alternatively, you can simply season generously with pork chop seasoning and skip the marinade, but the marinade makes them so juicy!)
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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. Cook for about 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Add an extra minute for bone-in pork chops.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 pork chop
Only 1/4 of the marinade is included in the nutrition calculation, as a lot is discarded after marinating the pork chops.
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83 Comments
Betti
0Oh, so good. I recently got an air fryer as a gift but only used it once. I guess I was a little intimidated with a new thing. But I had boneless pork chops in the freezer I wanted to use. This recipe was so easy and delicious. I will definitely be making them again. I served with stir fry broccoli.
Next time I will try with the bone in pork chops as you suggested they have more flavor. But the flavor of these was very good, no complaints.
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.