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Air Fryer Pork Chops for Busy High-Protein Dinners

Juicy air fryer pork chops with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 6oz/170g each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

Method
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Pat pork chops dry, then rub with olive oil and the spice mix on both sides.
  3. Arrange chops in a single layer, not touching.
  4. Air fry for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. Rest for 5 minutes before serving — this step matters more than the cook time itself for juiciness.

Notes

Chop thickness affects cook time more than anything else — thinner chops (under 1/2 inch) may only need 9-10 minutes total.