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Best Ever Air Fryer Pork Chops

Best air fryer pork chops that deliver an impeccably golden, herb-flecked crust all over with a supremely juicy interior. Cook bone-in pork chops in about 15 minutes using a high-heat air fryer and a quick spice rub.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Rest 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork chops and seasoning
  • 4 bone-in pork chops About 1 inch thick
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp brown sugar
  • 0.25 salt To taste
  • 0.25 black pepper To taste
  • 1 lemon wedges For serving

Equipment

  • 1 air fryer

Method
 

Prep the chops
  1. Pat the bone-in pork chops completely dry—this step is essential for a crispy crust.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried Italian seasoning, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Brush the pork chops with olive oil and rub the spice mixture firmly all over both sides until coated.
Air fry
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
  2. Air fry the pork chops for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the crust is deeply golden.
Rest and serve
  1. Rest the air fryer pork chops for 3 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
  2. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For the crispiest exterior, keep the pork chops dry and make sure the spice rub adheres by pressing it firmly after oiling. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F until warmed through. Freezing is not recommended for best texture. For a lower-sugar option, reduce or omit the brown sugar while keeping the seasonings the same.