How to Cook Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
- by Omaha Steaks
- Jan 18, 2022
When it comes pork, nothing is more versatile than a thick boneless pork chop. You can bake, pan-fry, broil, or grill pork chops for a quick and delicious meal. But did you know you can air fry a pork chop? The results are incredible! Air fried pork chops are crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Learn how to cook pork chops in the air fryer and have a high-protein dinner ready in just 15 minutes!
How to Cook Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
Follow the tutorial for the best way to cook our lean and juicy boneless pork chops in the air fryer.
1. Thaw Pork Chops Completely
Our center-cut, boneless pork chops arrive individually packaged (perfect for portion control) and frozen. For thorough cooking it’s important to completely defrost the meat. You can thaw overnight in the refrigerator or use the quick thaw method. Simply place the sealed pork chops in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes or until meat is defrosted.
2. Preheat Air Fryer to 375°F
Pork chops cook to perfection in the air fryer at 375°F. Preheat your air fryer while you prepare your pork chops.
3. Season Pork Chops
Before placing your pork chops in the air fryer, be sure to season them. Remove pork chops from packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. Lightly oil and season with your favorite Omaha Steaks Seasoning. For a smoky, barbecue flavor that pairs perfectly with pork, try our Sweet, Smoky Applewood Rub.
4. Place on Air Fryer Rack, Leaving 1” between Pork Chops
5. Cook 10-12 Minutes, Flipping Once
For our 6 oz. boneless pork chops, the air fry cooking time is 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. This ensures both sides of the pork chop are crispy and delicious.
How Do You Know When Air Fried Pork Chops Are Done?
Overcooking pork chops is a common mistake and will result in a dry, flavorless dish. Insert a meat thermometer to the thickest part of the pork chop. Pork is safe to consume when the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
6. Rest and Enjoy!
Let your air fried pork chop rest 2-3 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, then enjoy. Serve with a vegetable and a delicious potato side dish for a complete meal. For a sweet finish to your meal, enjoy one of our decadent desserts.
Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz. Omaha Steaks Boneless Pork Chops
- 4 tsp. olive oil
- 4 tsp. seasoning of choice
Instructions
- Thaw pork chops in refrigerator overnight or use quick thaw method (thaw in bowl of water in packaging or sealed zip top bag for 30 minutes or until product is thawed).
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- Remove pork chops from packaging and pat dry. Lightly oil and season liberally.
- Place pork chops on air fryer rack or in basket leaving 1” between portions.
- Cook 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time.
- Remove from air fryer, let rest 2-3 minutes, and serve.
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