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Air Fryer Pork Chops

15 minutes mins
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5 from 32 votes
Jump to Recipe 02/17/21 | Updated: 02/18/21 | by Nora
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These Air Fryer Pork Chops turn out wonderfully juicy on the inside with deliciously seasoned, golden outside. Quick and easy to make, and always perfect!

overhead view of pork chops with cucumber salad on white plate

I have to say it: I may never cook a loin pork chop any other way than in the air fryer. They come out so juicy, so perfect and so much better than any other way I have ever tried them.

Basically, if you like pork chops, you need to buy an air fryer. And that’s all I’m going to say about lean, boneless pork chops ever again. I might eat those words later, but for now I’m pretty sure I’m right ?

Ingredients you’ll need

Here is a visual overview of the ingredients in the recipe. Scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities!

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Ingredients for Air Fryer Pork Chops: Pork chops, any mixed dried herbs you like, ground paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, olive oil, salt and pepper.

Ingredient notes

  • Pork chops: You want to go for the lean, boneless loin chops here. I do not usually recommend this cut (I’m all about the bone-in, fattier chops you can buy), so if I tell you to buy the boneless loin chops, you better believe this recipe is a winner. Other cuts of pork may need a longer cooking time than the loin chops, so, again, please stick to those super lean ones.
  • Dried herbs: I always use either Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence. You can even use just dried parsley if that’s what you have.
  • Olive oil: I like this best, but feel free to use canola oil or any cooking oil you have on hand.

If you have the time and want even more flavor, feel free to marinate the pot chops in my pork chop marinade!

How to make pork chops in the air fryer

Before you start, you’ll want to preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes. This is key!

1. Start by patting the pork chops dry with paper towels, then place in a bowl with the olive oil and toss to coat.

pork chops in glass bowl with olive oil

2. Next, you’ll want to combine your herbs and spices and sprinkle them all over the chops. Toss and massage the seasoning into the meat a little.

This is key to infusing the meat with flavor, but if you’re too freaked out by this, you can also just brush on the oil and then sprinkle the pork with the seasoning.

seasoned pork chops in glass bowl

3. Place the seasoned pork chops into the air fryer basket and air fry! Easy peasy!

raw seasoned pork chops in air fryer basket

You can flip them once halfway through, but I honestly don’t bother/forget a lot and they do not come out that differently if you don’t flip them. So, don’t stress about it!

cooked pork chops in air fryer basket

Recipe tips

  • Massaging the seasoning into the pork chops makes them more flavorful, but feel free to just brush with oil and sprinkle with the seasoning if you don’t want to touch them much.
  • Do not skip preheating your air fryer for 5 minutes, this is key to the best browning.
  • Remove the pork chops from the air fryer and serve as soon as they’re done, otherwise they will start losing their juices. While resting meat is great in many recipes, I find that with these chops, you really want to get them on the table as soon as they’re ready. Otherwise they do start drying out a little.
close up photo of sliced air fryer pork chop on plate with cucumber

Serving ideas

We love these pork chops with something like rice or mashed potatoes on the side.

Then I will also make a green vegetable side. I have a few of those on the blog, and they are all great with the pork chops:

  • Sautéed Green Beans
  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Creamy Cucumber Salad
  • Sautéed Zucchini

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Air Fryer Pork Chops

These Air Fryer Pork Chops turn out wonderfully juicy on the inside with deliciously seasoned, golden outside. Quick and easy to make, and always perfect!
Recipe by Nora from Savory Nothings
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Recipe details

Prep 5 minutes mins
Cook 10 minutes mins
Total 15 minutes mins
Servings 4 servings
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients
 

  • 4 boneless pork chops (loin chops)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes.
  • Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, then toss in a bowl with the olive oil until coated.
  • Combine ground paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, salt and pepper. Add to the pork chops and toss/massage until they are all nicely seasoned.
  • Place pork chops in the basket of the air fryer. Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes (exact time will depend on the thickness of your chops, the safe internal temperature according to the USDA is 145°F). Serve immediately.

Notes

Ingredient notes

  • Pork chops: You want to go for the lean, boneless loin chops here. I do not usually recommend this cut (I’m all about the bone-in, fattier chops you can buy), so if I tell you to buy the boneless loin chops, you better believe this recipe is a winner. Other cuts of pork may need a longer cooking time than the loin chops, so, again, please stick to those super lean ones.
  • Dried herbs: I always use either Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence. You can even use just dried parsley if that’s what you have.
  • Olive oil: I like this best, but feel free to use canola oil or any cooking oil you have on hand.
If you have the time and want even more flavor, feel free to marinate the pot chops in my pork chop marinade!

Recipe tips

  • Massaging the seasoning into the pork chops makes them more flavorful, but feel free to just brush with oil and sprinkle with the seasoning if you don’t want to touch them much.
  • Do not skip preheating your air fryer for 5 minutes, this is key to the best browning.
  • Remove the pork chops from the air fryer and serve as soon as they’re done, otherwise they will start losing their juices. While resting meat is great in many recipes, I find that with these chops, you really want to get them on the table as soon as they’re ready. Otherwise they do start drying out a little.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 29gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 647mgPotassium: 527mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 261IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition is an estimate.

More recipe information

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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When I got married to my professional chef husband, I realized I had to step up my game in the kitchen. Now I share my favorite foolproof family recipes here on Savory Nothings: Chef-approved, kid-vetted and easy enough for everyday home cooks like you and me!   Learn more.

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  1. Sandy says

    Mar 2, 2025

    5 stars
    I made this recipe with the pork tenderloins
    I made 3 using the marinade. I left in fridge for 2 hours. Followed the rest of the recipe exactly and they turned out so tasty and moist. My favorite air fryer recipe for boneless pork for sure!!

    Reply
  2. Sandy says

    Feb 26, 2025

    Omg .these pork loin chops were awesome. I did the marinade provided first for about 2 hours. I still put the other seasonings on along with the ones in marinade. i had 3 thick pork loins air fried for 6 and then 6 more minutes after I flipped them. These were so moist and yummy. Will definitely make again!!

    Reply
  3. Valerie S Vincent says

    Jan 28, 2025

    I am going to marinate these overnight tonight, with your marinade, and air fry tomorrow. Will I still have to season them or no because of the marinade? Thank You!!

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Jan 30, 2025

      I think you’ll be fine without seasoning, Valerie!

      Reply
  4. Janet m. says

    Jan 22, 2025

    5 stars
    always tender & juicy! can use for chicken also.

    Reply
  5. Nancy says

    Nov 19, 2024

    5 stars
    The pork chops were amazing. They were easy to make and very juicy. We loved them.

    Reply
  6. Maria says

    Aug 9, 2024

    5 stars
    I loved this recipe! quick and easy to make, and oh so delicious. I added 3 more minutes, so it was done in 13 min at 370. I also made white rice, and carrots with summer squash o the side. my compliments to the chef!

    Reply
  7. Ashley says

    Feb 28, 2024

    5 stars
    wonderful steak! I used herbs de provence for my herb blend because that’s what I had most on hand and although it was a little salty in some bites everyone liked this recipe! (might have been my own failure to mix the seasoning well enough or the fact that I had 3 steaks but made the same amount of seasonings!) will bookmark this recipe for future use! thanks so much!

    Reply
  8. Linda Miller says

    Oct 31, 2023

    5 stars
    The chops were very flavourful and tender. This is the first time I have air fried pork chops and it won’t be the last. My husband loved them. I used Herbs de Provence and followed the recipe.

    Reply
  9. Susan Banks says

    Sep 1, 2023

    5 stars
    Made this tonight following the directions (used boneless sirloin chops, air fryer for 9 minutes, coated the chops in olive oil, chose McCormick Mesquite Marinade packet for seasoning – no actual marinade time, just used the seasoning). This recipe made the most juicy, delicious pork chops I’ve ever had! I usually don’t care for pork because it’s too dry. This recipe solves that issue. Very juicy! Very simple to make. Very delicious!

    Reply
  10. Sheri Cates says

    Jul 15, 2023

    5 stars
    Moist, flavorful. Everyone loved them and they were so easy to make. Thank u

    Reply
  11. PORTIA says

    May 25, 2023

    5 stars
    Oh nvmd about my last comment, I see it now! Sorry! Cooked them and they turned out great!

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Jul 9, 2023

      Glad you found the instructions, Portia, and glad the pork chops turned out well!

      Reply
  12. Portia says

    May 25, 2023

    I don’t see anywhere where you list temperature and time to air fry the pork chops….

    Reply
  13. Sonia Vieira says

    Dec 14, 2022

    5 stars
    I have been cooking for 30 years. Who would have thought that putting the pork slices in the Air Fryer would produce such amazing results? I loved it and the recipe was spot on, time and flavor wise. My kids were fighting for the last slice. Thank you!

    Reply
  14. Gloria says

    Jun 24, 2022

    5 stars
    Hi Nora ! I made these delicious pork chops for dinner last night. They were sooo good ! I followed the recipe exactly, but the only change I made was using dried sweet basil, the only herb I had. Also I prepared them a few hours before and put them in the fridge. Thanks so much for this recipe and making it so easy to follow! I will definitely be looking for more of your air fryer recipes!!

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Jun 27, 2022

      I’m so glad, Gloria!

      Reply
  15. Steve says

    May 26, 2022

    5 stars
    This is one of the few Internet recipes I have tried that actually lived up to the hype. It was just as described – juicy and flavorful. Next time however I’ll cut back on the salt in the spice mixture. Although it may have been too salty because I used 3 chops rather than 4. But still, it was excellent

    Reply
    • Nora says

      May 28, 2022

      Steve, it may have been too much salt for 3 chops – but it could also be that your salt has a different volume than mine. Salt can be a tricky thing to measure out for recipe development, because different kinds of salt can taste/measure quite differently. I’m glad it was still a great recipe for you, though!

      Reply
  16. Sandi says

    Apr 18, 2022

    What setting in the air fryer do you use? I have air fry, air roast and bake.

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Apr 21, 2022

      Sandi, I just have a regular old air fryer without any special settings. I’m guessing you would choose air fry.

      Reply
  17. Stephanie Blevins says

    Jan 4, 2022

    5 stars
    I am a huge cook but looking to simplify my life while maintaining the level of food we are used to. I am shocked at how good these chops are – simple and fabulous! I roasted a bunch of veggies in oven with a similar marinade. Passed my foodie test!!

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Jan 5, 2022

      I’m so glad, Stephanie! And same reaction from my husband and myself when we first tried air frying pork chops – it’s unbelievable how good they are.

      Reply
  18. Linda says

    Apr 16, 2021

    5 stars
    My daughter had a stroke Dec 2019. I am re-acquainting her with cooking for herself. She loved this recipe. Simple, easy, readily available ingredients. Couldn’t ask for more.

    Reply
    • Nora says

      Apr 17, 2021

      Thank you so much for sharing your story, Linda. I’m so glad this recipe is helping your daughter cook again.

      Reply

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