Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops

5 from 2 votes

Tender and perfectly flavorful, these Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops are a simple and reliable main course for any night of the week!

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Total Time17

Servings:

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F. Combine the garlic salt, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl.
1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1 ½ teaspoons pepper, 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
Optional step: If desired, brush the pork chops with a little of the olive oil.
4 center-cut bone-in pork chops, olive oil
Rub the spice mixture on the tops of the pork chops.
Flip them over and rub the spice mixture on the other side.
Cook in the air fryer about 12-15 minutes, flipping after about 8 minutes, until done.

To prepare ahead of time, mix the spice rub in advance and store it in an airtight container.
Try to choose pork chops of similar thickness (about 1–1.5 inches) to ensure even cooking.
Let the pork chops sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before cooking for more even results.
If preferred, you can swap the garlic salt for onion powder or dried herbs like rosemary or thyme, or use Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, or a BBQ rub.
If you prefer breaded pork chops, instead of using the spice mix, coat them lightly with flour, dip in beaten egg, and dredge in seasoned breadcrumbs and then cook.
To reheat leftovers, preheat the air fryer or the oven to 325 degrees F. Cook in the air fryer 5-7 minutes or the oven 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. To reheat in the microwave, cover with a damp paper towel and cook in 30-60 second intervals (flipping between intervals) until hot enough.

A green salad with apples or pears is a nice complementary side dish.
Or pair with a simple quinoa or couscous salad with citrus dressing to add brightness.
Serve alongside mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, or creamy coleslaw for a hearty meal.