Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chop
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Dry Brine
30 mins
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Total Time
52 mins
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Servings
2 pork chops
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Calories
416 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chop
Description
The Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chop recipe starts with thick pork chops that are patted dry and seasoned on all sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Allowing the meat to rest at room temperature before cooking helps even cooking. The pork chops are placed in a preheated air fryer basket with space for airflow, cooking at 400°F for about 10-11 minutes total, flipping halfway. For thinner pork chops, the temperature should be reduced to 375°F and cooking time adjusted.
The compound butter combines softened salted butter with minced garlic, fresh parsley, rosemary, additional seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. This butter adds aromatic richness and moisture when served over the pork chops. The air frying method crisps the coat of the pork chops delicately without overcooking the interior, resulting in tender and juicy meat with nicely browned surfaces.
Ideal for a quick, flavorful meal, the recipe includes notes on adjusting cooking times for thickness and alternate air fryer types. The combination of simple seasoning and compound butter creates a pork chop with a balanced herbal and savory profile.
Ingredients
- 2 pork chops 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick, thick cut
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Compound Butter
- 4 tablespoons butter softened, salted
- 1 teaspoon garlic about 1 clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon parsley 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, chopped, fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, minced fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Place 2 thick cut pork chops on a rack with airflow above and below. Pat dry with paper towels. Season all sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, prepare the compound butter. In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons salted butter, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Mix until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). For thinner pork chops (less than 3/4 inch), reduce temperature to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the surface of the pork chops dry again with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Place pork chops in the air fryer basket with space around each for airflow. Cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and immediately top each pork chop with a generous spoonful of compound butter. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and butter to melt.
Notes
- Reduce air fryer temperature to 375°F and cook 6–8 minutes for pork chops thinner than ¾ inch, flipping midway.
- Expect 2–5 minutes additional cooking time when using toaster oven-style air fryers or ovens with air fryer settings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2pork chops
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pork chop | |
| Calories | 416kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 1996mg | 83% |
| Potassium | 540mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 716IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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