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Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops: Perfect Golden Crust Recipe

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These crispy air fryer pork chops deliver a shatteringly golden crust and juicy interior, perfect for busy weeknights. Made with simple ingredients and a double-coating technique, they come together in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Olive oil spray (or avocado oil spray)

Instructions

  1. Prep the pork chops (5 minutes): Pat each chop dry with paper towels. If uneven, place between plastic wrap and gently pound to about ¾-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Let sit while setting up breading station.
  2. Set up your breading station (3 minutes): In first shallow bowl, add flour. In second bowl, whisk eggs with 1 tablespoon water until smooth. In third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, oregano, and thyme. Mix with fingers.
  3. Bread the chops (8 minutes): Working one at a time, dredge in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg wash, letting extra drip off. Press into panko mixture until fully coated. Use one hand for dry ingredients and one for wet.
  4. Rest the breaded chops (10 minutes): Place on a wire rack and let rest for at least 10 minutes. This helps coating adhere.
  5. Preheat the air fryer (3 minutes): Set air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
  6. Spray and arrange (2 minutes): Lightly spray air fryer basket with oil. Place breaded chops in a single layer, not touching. Spray tops generously with oil.
  7. Air fry the chops (12 minutes): Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes. Flip carefully, spray other side with oil, and cook for another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  8. Rest before serving (5 minutes): Let chops rest on a clean wire rack or plate for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Don’t skip drying the pork chops or resting the breaded chops. Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect doneness. Spray oil, don’t brush, to avoid disturbing the coating. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.

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