Air Fryer Pork Chops

These juicy air fryer pork chops are marinated then cooked to tender perfection in just 12 minutes.

Why this recipe works

Air fryer pork chops are so simple to make. They’re juicy, flavorful, and are a great option for when you’re crunched on time. Pop the pork chops into a tasty marinade overnight so they’re ready to go when you need them at dinnertime.

While we love cooking our pork chops on the grill, we always appreciate a quick and easy air fryer recipe for days we like less prep and clean up.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

MEAT– We’re using regular-cut boneless pork chops for this recipe. You can use thin cut, thick cut, or even bone-in pork chops but the cook time will vary. Cook until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

MARINADE– Our marinade is a simple yet flavorful mixture of lemon juice, mashed garlic, dried thyme, parsley sprigs, olive oil, and a bay leaf. Don’t forget the salt and pepper as well! These ingredients combine to make one deliciously tender pork chop. The longer you let your chops sit in the marinade, the better.

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How to Make Air Fryer Pork Chops

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Rub salt and pepper into the meat.
2. Add pork and all other ingredients into a gallon-sized ziploc bag. Rub to ensure everything is mixed well. Zip shut and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
3. Air Fry at 375F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F on an instant thermometer.
4. Remove from the air fryer and allow to rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve up alongside a salad or fresh veggies.

Frequently Asked Questions

We do not recommend layering pork chops in the air fryer. Air fryers need circulation to allow the meat to cook evenly. You want to make sure there is a bit of space between each of your pork chops when cooking.

Some air fryers require you to preheat them, others do not. A good rule to live by when it comes to air frying is to turn it to the temperature your recipe calls for and allow it to preheat for a few minutes before cooking.

Though air fryers work well with frozen foods, we suggest you thaw your pork chops before cooking in the air fryer. Plus, you want to be able to soak them in the delicious marinade before cooking!

Pork chops go well with so many different side dishes. Some of our favorites include air fryer sweet potato fries, roasted asparagus, baked mac and cheese, and roasted potatoes.

This air fryer pork chop recipe is great for busy weeknights or for whenever you want a quick, splatter-free method of making pork chops!

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• Baked Pork Chops
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• Grilled Pork Chops in Lemon Herb Marinade
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