Easy Air Fryer Pork Chops (Juicy & Golden)

Prep: 5 minutes | Cook: 12 minutes | Total: 17 minutes | Serves: 4
Best For: quick dinners, busy weeknights, air fryer cooking

A Quick Family Dinner Made Easy

These easy air fryer pork chops are perfect for nights when you want a proper home-cooked meal without spending ages in the kitchen. With minimal prep and simple seasoning, they cook up juicy on the inside with a golden finish on the outside.

It’s the kind of meal that fits easily into everyday family life — simple, affordable, and comforting. Serve them with rice, potatoes, or vegetables and enjoy a stress-free dinner around the table.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Pork Chops

• 4 pork chops (about 2–3 cm thick)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional

• ½ teaspoon dried herbs (thyme or mixed herbs)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes.

2. Pat pork chops dry with paper towel and brush both sides with olive oil.

3. Season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs if using.

4. Place in air fryer basket in a single layer.

5. Cook for 6 minutes, then flip the pork chops.

6. Cook for another 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.

7. Rest for 3 minutes before serving to keep them juicy.

Helpful Tips

• Thicker pork chops stay juicier than thin ones.

• Avoid overcrowding the basket for even cooking.

• Resting the meat helps lock in moisture.

Why This Recipe Works

• Air fryer cooks pork quickly without drying it out

• Simple seasoning enhances natural flavour

• Minimal prep and cleanup

• Reliable results every time

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