Air Fryer Parmesan Pork Chops

This Air Fryer Parmesan Pork Chops recipe results in a juicy pork chop with a crispy coating, making it a delicious dinner idea any night of the week.

Here’s a recipe that’s about to steal the show – Air Fryer Parmesan Pork Chops. Perfect for rushed weeknight dinners or relaxed weekend feasts, this delicious recipe made with simple ingredients is ideal if you’re on a low-carb, gluten-free or keto diet.

The magic of this main dish lies in the contrast between the tender pork chops and their crunchy coating. A flavorful blend of coarsely ground almonds and Parmesan cheese comes together to encrust the pork chops, creating a tantalizingly crispy parmesan crust in the air fryer. With a heavenly crunch preceding the soft, succulent pork, every bite is full of flavor.

What’s also amazing about this recipe is its ease and flexibility. Detailed instructions and useful tips ensure everything goes smoothly, regardless of whether an Instant Pot Duo Crisp or a regular air fryer is being used. With this foolproof recipe, whipping up perfectly cooked, golden-crusted pork chops in the air fryer is a breeze.

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops (¾” thick)
• 1 beaten egg
• ½ cup of coarsely ground almonds
• ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• Sea salt, garlic powder, and pepper

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Plate
• Whisk
• Paper towels
• Air Fryer
• Tongs
• Instant-read thermometer

By the Numbers: How to Make Air Fryer Parmesan Pork Chops

Follow these simple step-by-step instructions to learn how to make deliciously crispy parmesan pork chops in your air fryer.

Step 1: Beat Egg

Beat 1 egg in a shallow bowl or plate. Add sea salt, garlic powder and pepper, to taste.

Step 2: Combine Almonds and Parmesan

Next, you’ll want to combine ½ cup of coarsely ground almonds with ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl or on another plate.

Step 3: Coat Pork Chops

Before coating them, you’ll want to pat your pork chops dry with a paper towel.

Now you’re ready to coat your dry pork chops. Dip each one in the egg mixture, and then coat them in the Parmesan cheese and almond mixture, making sure that you cover all sides of each pork chop.

Step 4: Air Fry Pork Chops

Place your coated pork chops in a single layer in your air fryer basket and cook them for 7 minutes at 360° F.

Step 5: Flip and Cook More

Flip the pork chops, then cook them for another 7-10 minutes at 360° F. For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the pork chops is at least 145° F and no more than 165° F at the thickest part.

Step 6: Rest and Serve

Once they are cooked to a safe temperature and are a nice golden brown color, remove the parmesan pork chops from the air fryer and allow them to rest on a plate for about 5 minutes before serving.

Tips for Making Air Fryer Parmesan Pork Chops

Answers to all of your questions about making the best pork chops in the air fryer, including tips and substitution ideas.

Which air fryer was this recipe tested in?

This air fryer pork chop recipe was tested in both Instant Pot Duo Crisp mode and a standard air fryer. The recipe works the same in both of them.

Best internal temperature for pork chops

If you like somewhat juicy pork chops, it’s important to get them cooked just right – to an internal temperature of at least 145° F. You don’t want to undercook them as undercooked pork can be dangerous to eat. And you don’t want to overcook pork as it can be tough as leather, so it’s best to try not to have an internal temperature above 165° F.

When pork chops are closer to 145° F, they’ll be slightly pink on the inside. When they’re cooked closer to 165° F they’ll be more white on the inside.

Best type of pork chop for this recipe

I find that this recipe works best with boneless chops. Bone-in pork chops need a much longer cook time, and sometimes the coating gets a bit overdone.

As far as thickness goes, if your pork chop is too thin, it can quickly dry out. If it’s too thick, it’ll have a hard time cooking all the way through without the outside being tough and the inside being rare. In my testing, a ¾″ thick pork chop tends to cook the most evenly, resulting in juicy perfection on the inside with a crispy crust on the outside.

You can absolutely use different thicknesses of pork chops, though, and they will still have the same amazing flavor. Just be aware that the cooking time will need to be adjusted up for thicker cuts and down for thinner pork chops.

Storage tips

These air-fried pork chops are best served hot. However, if you have leftover pork chops, be sure to store them in an airtight container and eat them within 4 days.

To reheat, you’ll want to cook them at a lower temperature, 250° F if your air fryer goes down that low, until they’re heated through. Then you can turn up the temperature to re-crisp the coating, if necessary.

What to serve with pork chops

You can serve your parmesan-crusted pork chops with any of your favorite sides. Some of my favorite side dish recipes are:

• Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes
• Roasted Honeynut Squash
• Skillet Cornbread
• Instant Pot Baked Beans
• Roasted Bok Choy

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