Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
530 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops
Description
This recipe begins by marinating pork chops in apple juice and pork seasoning to tenderize and infuse flavor. The breading process uses a three-step dip: flour mixed with seasoning and garlic powder, beaten eggs with seasoning, and herb-enhanced breadcrumbs including parsley and oregano.
Cooking in the air fryer at 180°C (360°F) for around 12 minutes crisps the breading while keeping the meat juicy inside. The imposed time is suited for thinner pork chops; thicker cuts require additional cook time.
The seasoned breadcrumb coating balances savory pork flavor with herbal notes, and the air fryer method reduces oil use while achieving a crunchy texture. This dish is ready to serve soon after cooking for optimal crispness.
The pork chops used in this recipe are thinner than usual; when using thicker chops, increase cook time by 2-3 minutes for thorough cooking.Marinating in apple juice not only tenderizes but adds subtle sweetness to the pork before breading.Ensure pork chops are arranged in a single layer in the air fryer basket for even cooking and crisping.For alternative breaded recipes, the air fryer KFC-style chicken recipe offers other crisp breaded options.
Ingredients
- Air Fryer
- blender
- 2 pork chops
- 150 g plain flour
- 150 ml apple juice
- 4 egg large
- 150 g breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbsp pork seasoning
- 1 Tbsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp parsley
- 2 Tbsp oregano
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Place pork chops in a bowl with apple juice and a tablespoon of pork seasoning. Place in the fridge for an hour to tenderise the pork and to marinade.
- Crack eggs into a bowl and mix with a fork and then season with 1Tbsp of apple juice, salt, and pepper. Place flour in a 2nd bowl and season well with pork seasoning, salt, and pepper and garlic powder. Place breadcrumbs into a 3rd bowl and mix with salt, pepper, parsley, and oregano.
- Load pork chops into the flour mixture, then into the egg, and then into the breadcrumbs bowl. Make sure each pork chop is well coated from each bowl.
- Place the pork chops into the air fryer basket on a single layer
- Cook for 12 minutes at 180c/360f. Then serve
Notes
- The pork chops used in this recipe are thinner than usual; when using thicker chops, increase cook time by 2-3 minutes for thorough cooking.
- Marinating in apple juice tenderizes the meat and imparts subtle sweetness before breading.
- Arrange pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and browning.
- For more breaded air fryer recipes, consider trying the air fryer KFC chicken recipe as a variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 530 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 530kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 223mg | 74% |
| Sodium | 616mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 608mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 624IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 199mg | 20% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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