Air Fryer Pork Chops
Air fryer pork chops with a sweet-savory brown sugar rub, juicy inside and cooked to 145°F.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops about 1 inch thick, 6-8 oz each
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Mix the rub: Stir the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Season the chops: Pat the pork chops dry, rub both sides with the olive oil, then press the seasoning mix into both sides.
- Preheat the basket: Preheat your basket air fryer to 400°F for about 5 minutes. A hot basket helps the crust form right away.
- Air fry the chops: Arrange the chops in a single layer without overlapping, working in batches if needed. Air fry at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until they reach 145°F at the center. Models vary, so check with a thermometer rather than the clock.
- Rest and serve: Move the chops to a plate and let them rest for 3 minutes before serving. The temperature climbs slightly and the juices settle back into the meat.
Notes
Preheat the basket and pull the chops at 145°F, then rest 3 minutes. Pork is juiciest at this temperature and may look faintly pink in the center.