Description
Juicy and flavorful pork chops cooked to perfection in the air fryer, making for a quick and easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the chops.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork chops, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Place the pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the pork chops in the spice mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the pork chops.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 21
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 27
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