Air Fryer Pork Chops

How long to cook pork chops in the air fryer

The time it takes to air fry your pork chops depends on the thickness of your chops, whether they’re bone-in or boneless, and how “done” you prefer them. Boneless pork chops will take anywhere from 8 to 12 minutes to cook through, depending on the thickness and how caramelized you want them to be.

Depending on the level of doneness you prefer, here is the internal temperature to look for, according to the National Pork Board:

• Medium-rare: 145-150 ℉
• Medium: 150-155 ℉
• Medium-well: 155-160 ℉
• Well done: 160 ℉

The safe internal cooking temperature for fresh cuts of pork is 145° F. 

Bone-in pork chops will take 6-10 minutes longer to cook in the air fryer than boneless pork chops.

A thin pork chop won’t take as long to cook compared to thick pork chops.

Seasoning options

I love using the McCormick Chipotle & Roasted Garlic Seasoning on my pork, but the options are limitless. Besides the tried and true, kosher salt and pepper, try some of these other seasoning choices that pair well with pork:

• Brown sugar (this caramelized sweetness stands up well next to the savory pork)
• Cumin
• Thyme
• Oregano
• Lime
• Rosemary
• Chili powder
• Paprika (even smoked paprika)
• Mustard
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder

For store bought seasoning options, these seasoning go well with pork:

• Spicy Ranch Seasoning
• Pork Barrel BBQ Seasoning
• Kinder’s The Blend Seasoning
• Fat Boy Natural BBQ

Bone-in vs. boneless pork chops

While you may have become accustomed to buying one over the other or thinking that they’re interchangeable, there is a big difference between bone-in and boneless pork chops.

Flavor: Bone-in pork has more fat, which adds a bit more flavor and juiciness to the meat than you’ll get with boneless chops.

Cooking time: Bone-in pork will take between 6 to 10 minutes longer to cook than boneless pork chops, depending on the thickness of the meat.

Prep: Boneless chops are easier to prepare and serve since there is no extra step of cutting the meat off the bone.

Availability: Almost all grocery stores and markets will sell boneless pork chops, but bone-in chops can be more difficult to find.

Difference pork chop cuts

If you’re under the impression that a pork chop is a pork chop, you’re in for a treat. There are actually five different cuts that pork chops can come from.

Porterhouse pork chop: This comes from the hip and loin area and will have a classic T-bone shape.

Ribeye pork chop: From the center of the loin and rib area. Very tender in texture with a little more fat than center cut-chops.

Sirloin pork chop: From the hip area. This cut can be tough and includes a large portion of bone with the meat.

New York pork chop: Also known as center-cut chops, they’re boneless and very lean. This cut comes from above the loin closer to the head of the animal.

Blade pork chop: Also known as shoulder chops, these are from the beginning of the loin in the shoulder area and are often thicker and marbled.

Storage information and reheating instructions

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.

To reheat pork chops in the air fryer, just add them to the basket or tray and air fry at 350 degrees until warmed through.

You can also reheat leftovers in the microwave by warming for 30 seconds at a time until heated through.