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Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops Recipe Easy Perfect Golden Crunch

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This recipe delivers juicy pork chops with a golden, crunchy crust using an air fryer for a quick, easy, and less messy cooking method. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • Bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary, chopped finely

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F and let it warm up for about 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare the dredging stations: In the first bowl, place ½ cup all-purpose flour seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. In the second bowl, beat two large eggs until smooth. In the third bowl, combine 1 cup panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix in grated Parmesan if using.
  3. Pat each pork chop dry with paper towels. Dredge the chop first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even, thick coating.
  4. Spray both the air fryer basket and the coated pork chops lightly with olive oil spray. Arrange pork chops in the basket with space between them for air circulation.
  5. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through (around 6-7 minutes), until golden brown and crispy with an internal temperature of 145°F.
  6. Let the pork chops rest on a plate for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat pork chops dry to avoid soggy crust. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to maintain crispiness. Flip only once halfway through cooking. Rest chops for 5 minutes before serving to keep them juicy. For gluten-free, substitute flour and panko with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Parmesan cheese is optional for a cheesy twist.

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