Air Fryer Thin Pork Chops

Name: Air fryer thin pork chops
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp brown sugar; 1.5 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp ground mustard; 1 tsp salt; 3/4 tsp onion (powder); 1/2 tsp garlic (powder); 1/2 tsp thyme; 2 tsbp garlic olive oil; 6 thin pork chops

Quick Look: Air Fryer Think Pork Chops

⏱ Prep Time: 5 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes

⏳ Total Time: 20 minutes

🍲 Serving: 6 Pork Chops

⚡ Calories: 110 calories per Chop

🍂 Flavor Profile: sweet, smokey and juicy

👌 Difficulty: Easy

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Limited Ingredients: You'll only need some thin pork chops and a handful of other basic ingredients to make this recipe.

Sweet and Savory: Brown sugar and seasonings create a sweet, savory, aromatic flavor.

Easy and Convenient: This is one of the easiest air fryer recipes around, taking only about 15 minutes. You can even make it from frozen in just a few more minutes.

Customizable: It's easy to adjust the ingredients to make this recipe your own.

Great for Meal Prep: Like my jerk chicken thighs, these freezer-friendly chops are perfect for making extra for future meals.

Key Ingredients

You'll find a complete list of ingredients and their exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Individual pork chop ingredients in bowls.

Pork Chops: Thin boneless pork chops cook quickly and evenly in the air fryer.

Brown Sugar and Mustard: They create a flavorful coating on the pork with every bite.

Seasonings: A blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme creates a savory, aromatic flavor the goes perfectly with the sweetness of the brown sugar.

Garlic Olive Oil: I use Costabile garlic olive oil to add an extra touch of flavor to the chops. It also gives an extra crisp in the air fryer. Use Code: 15GoldenGK for 15% off.

How to Make Air Fryer Thin Pork Chops

Combine the seasonings and brown sugar in a bowl. Then, add the olive oil and mix to form a thick paste.

Pat the pork chops dry and liberally coat them with the rub.

Three cooked pork chops in an air fryer basket.

Place the chops in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F, flipping once, until the internal temperature registers 145°F.

Enjoy with your favorite sides!

Expert Tips

Always Preheat Your Air Fryer: This will ensure your pork chops are evenly cooked and match up to the total cook time. Preheating should take about 3 minutes.

Give the Chops Room: Place the pork chops in the air fryer with a small space between each one. If the pork chops are touching, they won’t reach their full crispy potential.

Cooking From Frozen: To cook frozen chops, set your air fryer to 375°F and cook for 20-25 minutes, flip them about halfway through. Cooking from frozen could change the final texture and crips so I always recommend letting them thaw out when possible.

Use a Meat Thermometer: Using a meat thermometer ensures your pork chops are fully cooked without drying out.

Air Fryer Thin Pork Chops FAQs

Do air fryer pork chops need to be flipped?

Yes, they do. Although air fryers use circulating air, it's still a good idea to flip your chops and other meats halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking on both sides.

Can I cook air fryer thin pork chops from frozen?

Yes, you can. While I prefer defrosting first, if you're pressed for time, you can cook them from frozen. Change the temp to 375°F the recipe directions and increase the cooking time to 20-25 minutes.

Why were my air fryer thin pork chops dry?

The most common cause of dry air fryer boneless pork chops is overcooking. Invest in a quality meat thermometer and check your chops for doneness at the specified time. This ensures fully-cooked chops that aren't dry.

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