Crispy Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops

These air fryer breaded pork chops cook up perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy inside using simple pantry ingredients, no frying required.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 365kcal

Preheat the air fryer to 390°F to get it ready for the pork chops. In a shallow dish, combine the Italian bread crumbs, panko bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make the egg wash.
Pat the boneless pork chops dry with paper towels so the breading sticks better.
Season both sides of the pork chops with Lawry’s Seasoned Salt.
Press each pork chop into the bread crumb mixture, coat it well, then dip into the egg wash, covering both sides.
Dredge the pork chop back into the bread crumb mixture for a second coating. Tip: Let them rest for 5 minutes so the breading stays in place during cooking.
Place the breaded pork chops in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket.
Air fry at 390°F for 5 minutes to start forming a crispy crust.
Flip the pork chops over and air fry for another 5-8 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F using a digital meat thermometer.
Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep them juicy.

Storage & Freezing

Storage: Leftover pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Keep them wrapped in paper towels inside the container to help maintain that crispy exterior.
Freezing: You can freeze cooked breaded pork chops by wrapping each one tightly in plastic wrap, then placing them in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll stay tasty for up to 2 months.
Reheating: For best results, reheat pork chops in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-6 minutes. This keeps the crispy breading from getting soggy (and trust me, it's worth the extra minute or two).
Make Ahead: You can bread the pork chops and keep them uncooked in the fridge for a few hours before air frying. Just pull them out about 10 minutes before cooking to take the chill off for even cooking.