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Air Fryer Bone-in Pork Chops are breaded with Italian breadcrumbs for a crispy texture and juicy inside. This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. For more information, please read my disclaimer. We’re constantly making easy dinners in our house and this recipe for breaded pork chops in the air fryer is no exception. Just mix the ingredients, cover the pork chops, and cook! You can even make the pork chops for frozen in those last-minute dinner decision times (we’ve all been there). They taste just like fried pork chops. The best part is you can make them with bone-in or boneless pork chops and thick or thin ones too! In this post I will go over the following:
If you’re looking for a recipe for shake and bake pork chops in the air fryer, check out our recipe here. What are the Best Pork Chops for the Air Fryer?You can cook any kind of pork chop inside the air fryer, but some cuts will turn on juicier than others. To get the juiciest pork chop, look for the following:
Don’t like air fryer bone-in pork chops? Don’t worry! It’s still possible to get juicy boneless pork chops in the air fryer following this recipe or this boneless air fryer pork chops recipe with Parmesan cheese! You can also try our Air Fryer Pork Steaks recipe with BBQ sauce too! I made this recipe using the 5.8 QT Cosori Air Fryer. Its square basket makes it the perfect size for our family of 4. How to Make Air Fryer Bone-In Pork ChopsA full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post. STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees and trim any fat on the pork chops, if needed. STEP TWO: In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, thyme, paprika, and pepper. STEP THREE: Coat each pork chop with mayonnaise or Miracle Whip (if using) coating it on both sides then into the breading mixture, making sure it’s completely coated again. Using mayonnaise or Miracle Whip will result in a juicier breading. If you choose to omit the mayo/Miracle Whip, you may need to spritz your pork chops with a little oil using an EVO Oil Mister halfway through cooking to keep the breadcrumbs from drying out. STEP FOUR: Place the breaded bone-in pork chops in the air fryer in one layer and cook for 7-9 minutes. I found thicker pork chops took about 14-16 minutes. Carefully flip the pork chops halfway through cooking and they are done as soon as an Instant-Read Thermometer hits 145 degrees. I love to use my Kizen Instant-Read Thermometer because it shows the temperature in just 3 seconds. This means I can keep more heat inside the air fryer if they need to cook a little longer. STEP FIVE: Remove the air fryer breaded pork chops and enjoy! Can You Stack Pork Chops in the Air Fryer?No, it’s important to keep any kind of raw meat in a single layer not touching. This ensures the pork chops cook evenly. You can use multiple racks if using an air fryer oven or air fryer accessory kit. Just remember the heat comes from the top, so the top rack will cook much faster than the bottom rack. Do I Need to Preheat My Air Fryer?Yes, preheating your air fryer allows the most even cooking. It will also help your air fryer bone-in pork chops cook faster, keeping extra juices in and make the crispy breading golden brown. What Temperature are Pork Chops Done Cooking At?Pork chops must be cooked to 145 degrees F. It is okay if there is still a little pink inside the pork chops if they hit that internal temperature at its thickest point. The key to getting a super juicy bone-in pork chop from the air fryer is to pull them out JUST as the pork loin chops hit 145 degrees. This will keep them from drying out or getting tough. Can I Use This Recipe with Boneless Pork Chops?Yes! Just add an extra 3-5 minutes of cooking for boneless breaded pork chops in the air fryer. Thicker pork chops may take an additional 2-4 minutes. Use an Instant-Read Thermometer and pull out the pork chops JUST as they hit 145 degrees F for crispy juicy pork loin chops! What to Serve with Pork Chops
How to Make Frozen Pork Chops in the Air Fryer:I love cooking everything in my air fryer from frozen. It has saved me multiple times when the kids are hungry for dinner and I realize it’s still in the freezer. To make air fryer frozen pork chops, use the following directions:
NOTE: If using thicker frozen pork chops, drop the temperature to 380 degrees and cook for a few minutes longer. And, if you want to make unbreaded frozen pork chops in the air fryer, follow the directions here. How to Reheat Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
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Notes* the mayonnaise/Miracle Whip helps keep the breadcrumbs moist while cooking. You may need to spritz a little oil on the pork chops halfway through cooking if omitted. How to Cook Frozen Pork Chops in the Air Fryer:1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees. 2. Coat frozen pork chops with mayo/Miracle Whip (mandatory with frozen pork chops) then with the breadcrumb mixture. 3. Cook the pork chops for 14-16 minutes, until they read 145 degrees. Allow more time for thicker pork chops. 4. Remove the bone-in pork chops from the air fryer and enjoy! Nutrition Information:Yield:2Serving Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 494Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 664mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 45g This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently. How long does it take for pork chops to cook in air fryer?To cook boneless pork chops: Air fry at 400° F for 5 minutes. Then flip the pork chops over and continue to cook for 3-7 more minutes, until the internal temperature of the center of the pork chops is 145° F. To cook bone-in pork chops: Air fry at 400° F for 5 minutes.
How do you fix bone in pork chops in Airfryer?Preheat your air fryer to 400° Fahrenheit for a few minutes. Transfer the pork chops to the air fryer basket. Cook for 16-20 minutes, flipping halfway. Cook until the pork chops reach a temperature of 145° Fahrenheit.
Can you put raw pork chops in an air fryer?Fresh – If you are cooking fresh pork chops in the air fryer you'll cook them at 375 degrees F for 9 minutes.
What temperature should I air fry pork chops at?Cook at 375°, flipping halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of pork chop registers 145°, about 9 minutes.
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