
This juicy and delectable Air Fryer Pork Chops recipe is easy to throw together in just a few minutes. As in season them, throw them in the air fryer and 9 quick minutes later you end up with two perfectly golden pork chops ready to serve.
These breaded pork chops are something special. Because unlike deep-frying and baking, when you air fry pork chops, it actually makes the outside crispier, yet the insides stays super moist.
The flavorful crispy breading is a combination of almond flour (or breadcrumbs), creole seasoning and Parmesan cheese. But you can use other seasonings to your taste.

Why You’ll Love Them
- They cook perfectly – crispy on the outside, yet the inside stays super moist.
- They are made from affordable and simple pantry stapes.
- meal prep-friendly – prep ahead for quick cooking or quick week night suppers or family lunches.
- Perfect for serving up at your big Mardi Gras celebration meal, these Cajun pork chops in are everything that delicious pork chops should be.
Tools Needed
KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED
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Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.
- Air Fryer.
- Measuring jugs or cups.
- Measuring teaspoons.
- Mixing bowls.
- Bowls with covers.
- Store leftover food in these bowls.
- Meat thermometer.
- Use please this to check the internal temperature of the meat.
Ready to learn just how easy it is to make these Pork Chops In Air Fryer? Gather your ingredients and let’s get started………
How To Cook Pork Chops In Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 180C / 350F.
- Mix together almond flour, Parmesan cheese, paprika, Herbs de Provence, Cajun / Creole or another seasoning in the mixing bowl.
- Lightly spray both sides of the pork chops with a calorie-controlled cooking spray (or if not following a calorie-controlled diet, rub with olive oil).
- Cover both sides of the pork chops with the coating mix, then place in the air fryer basket. Make sure the pork chops are not touching.
- Cooking can be anytime between 8 minutes to 12 minutes, depending on the thickness of pork chops flipping the pork chops halfway through. Thesehere took 9 minutes. When cooking these the first time, I recommend aiming for 10 minutes and then checking.
- Remove the meat from the basket and serve.
Recipe Tips
A few handy tips to help you air fry pork chops well:
- Make sure the pork chops are not touching. This allows maximum air circulation inside the fryer, so your chops will cook evenly and turn out nicely crispy.
- This recipe makes enough seasoning mix to season 4 pork chops, but I like lots of seasoning on meat so I used extra when making just 2.
And more tips…….
- Thicker pork chops will take a little bit more time to cook.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, so it is important to always check your food for doneness. And when cooking meats, always check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached a safe temperature.
Storage
Store – Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Freeze – wrap each cooled pork chops individually in plastic wrap or foil. Then transfer to a ziploc bag, remove all the air and freeze for up to 3 month.
FAQs
How to Coat Your Air Fried Pork Chops?
Getting the coating right can be the difference between crispy and soggy chops. One way to do it right is to lightly coat them with low calorie cooking spray or olive oil before coating it in your almond flour. This is the way I prefer.
Alternatively, you can dip them in egg before coating it with the almond flour. This changes the flavor very slightly, but not enough to make a big deal out of it. Try both ways and see which you prefer.
Also, make sure you let the excess egg drip off each chop and that the chop is as dry as possible before coating it. Don’t leave your meat sitting in the coating for too long as it can go soggy. Coat both sides and get them in the fryer ASAP.
How Long To Cook Pork Chops In Air Fryer?
Cooking time of your air fried pork chops depends on the thickness of your meat. This recipe takes between 8 – 12 minutes. These breaded pork chops took 9 minutes. When cooking these the first time, I recommend aiming for the lowest time aka 8 minutes, then checking for doneness.
Delicious Seasoning Ideas
The seasoning mixture can be varied to suit your taste. The Cajun or Creole seasoning gives these chops a great flavor, but feel free to swap for a teaspoon or so of one of these:
- Spice blends like – Tuscan Seasoning or Italian seasoning.
- Spices – ground coriander, smoked paprika, onion powder.
- Heat – add in a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes

What Cut of Meat Is Best for Making Low Carb Pork Chops?
Overall, chops are a tender cut of meat with a nice mild flavor. Boneless pork chops are the smart choice for those following a low carb diet plan, as they are much leaner and contain less fat and calories than bone-in pork chops. They also cook faster, which is a lovely bonus for those busy weeknights.

Boneless Pork Chops Air Fryer Temperature
To cook these boneless pork chops in the air fryer, you will set your air fryer to 180C / 350F. Also please do use a meat thermometer. Always check the internal temp of each pork chop to ensure the center of the meat reaches 63C (145 F).
Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops
So you can totally make these Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops. You’ll just need to use bread crumbs instead of the almond flour that this recipe calls for. Just do a like-for-like swap.
But if you want really golden pork chops then very lightly toast the bread crumbs before you use them. Or start with golden bread crumbs. Panko breadcrumbs give really good results.
How The Air Fryer Works
Here’s how it works. By circulating heat all around the food, air fryers allow you to ‘fry’ foods using the smallest amount of oil. We’re talking anything from a tablespoon to just a light spray.
And since your food isn’t submerged in the stuff, much less oil gets absorbed during the cooking process. So that means your meal contains far less fat and calories overall. Air fryer for the win.
Another Reason To Love The Air Fryer
Not that you need another reason to jump on the air fryer bandwagon, but here is one more: it’s much faster than cooking in the oven or on the stovetop, which makes getting supper on the table sooooo much easier.
Plus, you’ll be left with way less of a mess to clean up (no more annoying grease splatters, people!) And you can say goodbye to the lingering scent in the air that deep-frying often leaves behind.
More Air Fryer Recipes
Here are a few other amazing air fryer recipes you have got to try!
- Air Fryer Chicken Breast.
- Crispy Air Fryer Bacon.
- Air Fryer Fried Chicken.
- Ar Fryer Hamburger.
- Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.
- Buffalo Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings.
- Air Fryer Whole Chicken.
Serving Suggestions
Serve them with:
Weight Watchers Points
There are 9 Blue Plan SmartPoints Points in one serving of these.
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Last published Dec 2019
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Air Fryer Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 2 boneless pork chops that are 0.5 lbs (240g) each
- 1/3 cup (35 g) almond flour
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Herbes de Provence (or dried mixed herbs)
- 1 tsp Creole Seasoning or Cajun seasoning (or ground coriander)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 180C / 350F.
- Mix together almond flour, Parmesan cheese, paprika, Herbes de Provence, Creole or other seasoning.
- Lightly spray both sides of the pork chops with a calorie-controlled cooking spray (or if not following a calorie-controlled diet, rub with olive oil).
- Cover both sides of the pork chops with the coating mix and place chops in the air fryer basket. Make sure the pork chops are not touching.
- Cooking can be anytime between 8-12 mins, depending on the thickness of pork chops. Mine took 9 mins. When cooking these the first time, I recommend starting with 8 mins and then checking for doneness.
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Notes
Recipe Tips
- Air Fryers vary in their temperatures depending on the make and model, which is why this recipes includes a cooking time range. When cooking pork chops in air fryer for the first time, start with the lowest cooking times, check for doneness and then adjust accordingly.
- When cooking meat, check the temp with a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature has reached a safe level (63C / 145F for pork).
- Make sure the chops are not touching each other in the fryer. This provides maximum air circulation so your air fried chops will cook evenly and nicely crispy.
- The amount of seasoning mix in this recipe can actually season 4 pork chops but I like lots on my chops so I put all of on when cooking just 2.
I think I need to get on the air fryer train! I’ve been seeing so many recipes using it and these pork chops look super tasty!
Much healthier way to fry food.
I’ve been postponing buying the air-fryer for a while now but every time I see a delicious looking recipe like this one it makes me wanna get one asap 🙂
Sooooo many gadgets not enough time.
My family loves pork. I definitely want to try your recipe. Great idea for dinner. Love Love Love this recipe! I’m sure these tastes are amazing! So YUMMY!
Happy eating 🙂
I’m going to try that coating on other things. I really need to get my air fryer out and use it more. It is sorely underused.
The coating works with sooooooo many things.
You are really convincing me to purchase air-fryers for Christmas for the entire family. We all love to save on fat and calories but we certainly don’t want to give up on taste. Those pork chops look so tasty I want to dive into them.
I hope you enjoy cooking with it 🙂
I love that these are a lightened up version of traditional pork chops! I bet they are delicious!
This looks absolutely delicious, and I love that it’s in an air fryer! Great recipe.
This was a huge hit at my house!! Everyone loved it!
Whoooo hoooooo. So pleased 🙂
We loved these air fryer pork chops – delicious!
Thank you Deanne.
Another great recipe for the air fryer! Looking forward to making this for dinner tonight; my kids love pork chops!
My air fryer didn’t come with the basket – how do I get one?
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