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Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops – Easy Golden Recipe

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Perfectly golden, craggly air fryer pork chops with a shatteringly crisp crust and juicy interior. Ready in under 20 minutes, this easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients for a weeknight dinner that feels like a treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Avocado oil or olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. In the first, add the all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt and pepper. In the second, beat the two eggs until frothy. In the third, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
  3. Dredge each pork chop first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip into the beaten eggs, letting extra drip off. Finally, press firmly into the panko mixture, coating all sides. Set breaded chops on a plate.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the breaded pork chops in a single layer in the basket. Lightly spray the tops with oil. Air fry at 400°F for 6 minutes. Flip the chops, spray the other side lightly with oil, and cook for another 4-6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. Transfer the pork chops to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispiness, place a small wire rack inside the air fryer basket. If using bone-in chops, add 2-3 minutes to cook time. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed. Letting the chops rest for 5 minutes before slicing is essential for juiciness.

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