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    You are here: Home » Air Fryer Recipes » Thick and Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops

    Thick and Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops

    Last Modified: October 2, 2023

    Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe·5 from 11 reviews

    These thick and juicy pork chops certainly live up to the name! We use a simple seasoning blend of pantry-friendly ingredients and then cook to absolute perfection in the air fryer. These are perfect for dinner any night of the week and are sure to satisfy hungry appetites!

    Recipe for thick and juicy, garlic and herb air fryer pork chops.

    Why I Love This Recipe

    It uses ingredients I usually have on hand, it’s easy to prep, easy to cook, and tastes amazing! There, that about sums it all up. Lol. It’s all true though. I love making recipes which use common, pantry-friendly ingredients and don’t require a lot of preparation. If you’ve had a busy day, you can whip this together quickly and have dinner on the table shortly.

    What do I need to make this recipe?

    Thick, bone-in pork chops of 1-2 inches in thickness will give you the best results with this recipe.
    Italian seasoning blend is common in most pantries. It’s usually a simple mix of dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, sage and other spices.
    Minced garlic. I like to use the minced garlic from a jar. Super simple and tastes great. If using fresh garlic, mince 2-3 cloves.
    Garlic powder. Fills out the flavors even more.
    Salt and pepper to taste. About ½ teaspoon of each should do. Feel free to use more to personal preference.

    Ingredients for air fryer thick and juicy air fryer pork chops

    Use Fresh, Thick Bone-In Pork Chops

    My favorite pork chops to use for this recipe are thick-cut pork chops that are bone-in and around 1 to 2 inches thick. This is because thick chops take longer to cook, thus giving the air fryer more opportunity to create a little char on the seasonings and the outside of the meat. And with that, comes more flavor. Bone-in pork chops also tend to have more marbling, which gives us a more tender and juicy result.

    Delicious Garlic and Dry Herb Seasonings

    We don’t use any breading for this recipe. Instead, we mix some simple ingredients with a little extra-virgin olive oil and make a delicious rub. Once you’ve made the rub mix and applied it to the pork chops, they’re ready to cook. That’s it!

    Recipe for thick and juicy air fryer pork chops. Pork chops are seasoned and ready for the air fryer.

    Air Fry at 400°(F) for 10-14 minutes

    With your air fryer set to air fry setting, place your seasoned pork chops into the air fryer basket or tray and air fry at 400°(F) for 10-14 minutes. Flipping halfway through cooking time. For optimal results, take them out when the internal temperature of the meat reaches 140°(F) and place them on a plate covered with foil for 5 minutes. They will continue to cook and will reach 145°F, which is the recommended temperature for pork.

    Seasoned thick and juicy pork chops coming out of the air fryer.

    Serving

    After the pork chops have cooked and had a chance to rest for a few minutes, they’re ready to serve. There’s lot of side dishes that are perfect for pork chops.

    Thick and juicy air fryer pork chops

    Potatoes!

    We’ve got a handful of excellent potato recipes that are perfect to accompany these awesome pork chops.

    Irresistible Air Fryer Potatoes. With another great seasoning blend, they’re easy to make and packed with flavor.

    Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Potatoes and Green Beans. The perfect mix of potatoes and green beans are made in the Instant Pot to pack an extra flavor punch.

    Jean’s Scalloped Potatoes. These take a little more time to make, but are SO worth it!

    Vegetables!

    Air Fryer Roasted Lemon Pepper Broccoli. Have you ever had roasted broccoli? OMG, it’s amazing! We add some simple seasonings and the air fryer does all the work. A must try!

    Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini. Experience perfectly roasted zucchini spears made in your air fryer.

    Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes. These are a joy to make and a real treat to eat! So sweet, so savory and perfect to accompany your pork chops.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can boneless pork chops be used?

    They sure can. But keep in mind that boneless pork chops are usually more lean, which can mean not as juicy or tender. They also cook faster, so keep a close eye on that internal temperature.

    Can I double this recipe?

    Yes you can. Just make sure the pork chops are in a single layer in your air fryer and not touching.

    What if I don’t have Italian seasoning?

    Italian seasoning is a very common spice mix found in most supermarkets and is very common in herb and spice sets. But if you don’t have any, use 1tsp oregano, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp rosemary, ½ tsp basil.

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    Recipe for thick and juicy, garlic and herb air fryer pork chops.

    Thick and Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops


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    5 from 11 reviews

    • Author: RecipeTeacher
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 2 pork chops
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    Description

    Thick, bone-in pork chops, seasoned with a very simple mix of herbs and seasonings, cooked to juicy and tender perfection in your air fryer.


    Ingredients

    • 2 bone-in pork chops, 1-2 inches thick
    • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
    • 2 tsp minced garlic
    • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp kosher salt
    • ½ tsp black pepper
    • 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil

    Instructions

    1. Preheat air fryer to 400°(F)
    2. Mix all ingredients and rub liberally on both sides of pork chops.
    3. Place seasoned pork chops in air fryer basket or tray and set to air fry setting at 400°(F) for 10-14 minutes or until internal temp of 140°(f) at minimum.
    4. Remove pork chops from air fryer and let rest on a plate, covered with foil, for 5 minutes. Chops will continue cooking and reach 145°(F) recommended for pork.

     

    • Prep Time: 5 min
    • Cook Time: 10 min
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Air Fryer
    • Cuisine: American

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    1. peggy J stivason says

      May 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm

      Now I know what I will be serving with these wonderful Pork Chops .. Best Damn Air Fryer Potatoes … 🙂 Thanks again Jason

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    2. Tina says

      April 20, 2024 at 6:04 am

      I will start by saying we have shared this recipe with several family members and friends and have used it as a guide for several flavors of air fryer pork chops, because why? It is so yummy and works with several brands of air fryers. That’s why Damn it!, lol. Yes this makes the best tasting juiciest porkchops. When I say flavor’s I like to change the seasonings up sometime and so do the friends and family, but we still use Jason’s recipe as our guide.

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    3. Lynn Bowers says

      February 04, 2024 at 7:28 pm

      I cooked the chops a little longer…..maybe 10 minutes on each side because they were really thick. They were delicious and I will definitely make them again!!!

      Reply
    4. Pam Crouse says

      December 03, 2023 at 9:43 pm

      I made these they were awsome.. Did not add any salt… As the reviews said they were salty…

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