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Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Butter

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Make juicy, crispy pork chops in your air fryer, finished with a simple, flavorful garlic herb butter.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops completely dry using paper towels. This helps achieve crispiness.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Rub this seasoning mix evenly over all sides of the pork chops.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  4. Lightly brush both sides of the seasoned pork chops with olive oil.
  5. Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. Work in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry for 10 minutes. Flip the pork chops and continue to cook for another 4 to 6 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) is reached. Total cook time will be 14 to 16 minutes depending on thickness.
  7. While the chops finish cooking, prepare the garlic butter. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  8. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, but do not let it brown.
  9. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and thyme.
  10. Once the pork chops are done, immediately transfer them to a plate. Spoon the warm garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each chop.
  11. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can lightly dust the chops with 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour mixed with the seasonings before oiling.
  • If your pork chops are thicker than 1 inch, increase the cooking time by 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best garlic butter flavor.

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