Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops (No Breading)

These Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops (No Breading) are smothered in a smokey BBQ dry rub and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. No grill needed! They have the perfect crust and stay extremely moist in the center. Finish them with this tangy warm apple and peach salsa for an easy summer dinner.

overhead of pork chop on plate with warm salsa on top

If you love easy pork recipes, try my Perfect Pork Tenderloin Recipe or learn How To Cook Spiral Sliced Ham in the oven.

My Brown Sugar Honey Glaze for ham also goes great with these pork chops.

Highlights

Cooked completely in the air fryer in less than 15 minutes
No breading
Easy BBQ dry rub
Juicy
Warm apple & peach salsa
Perfect easy summer dinner
No grill/outdoor cooking

Ingredients

Bone-In Pork Chops: Bone-in have more flavor than boneless, but boneless works perfectly for this recipe as well.
Jalapeño: Leave the seeds and membranes intact for more spice.

Complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.

Instructions

before you start . . .

Prep the produce. Wash and peel the peaches and apples. Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño (unless you want to add more spice). Finely chop the cilantro leaves and stems.

Step 1: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the 1 jalapeños and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the apple, peach, honey, vinegar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes, string frequently.

Step 2: Combine all of the spices for the rub in a small bowl. Divide the rub between each chop and completely coat every side.

steps 1 & 2 compote in saucepan raw pork chop with rub

NOTE – The mixture will thicken as the water evaporates. .

TIP – Apply pressure to the rub so it sticks.

Step 3: Place in the air fryer in a single layer.

Step 4: Air fry at 400 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until they reach 145 degrees, flipping halfway through. Let them rest for 5 minutes and serve with warm salsa.

steps 3 & 4 raw pork chops in a single layer in air fryer cooked pork chops in air fryer

TIP – Batch cook if needed. You can’t stack them.

TIP – Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked through.

Expert Tips & Recipe Notes

Use a large air fryer. This way you can fit all 4 bone-in pork chops in it at the same time. Do not stack them. Cook in two batches if you cannot fit them all in at the same time.
Press the dry rub in. It is important to use pressure when applying the dry rub so that it sticks. This will help a crust form and prevent it from falling all in the air fryer.
No preheating required. The air fryers I have do not require preheating so you do not need to preheat the air fryer for this recipe.
Be sure to flip. Don’t forget to flip the pork chops halfway through. This ensures a nice crust and browning on both sides.
Use a meat thermometer. Pork should be cooked to 145 degrees. The best way to ensure that is cooked through, but not overdone is to use a digital meat thermometer. They only cost about $10-15, but are crucial to cook proteins perfectly every time.
Let the chops rest before serving. Resting results in juicier chops.

FAQs

How do you store leftover pork chops?

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

How many pork chops can you cook in an air fryer?

This depends on the size of your air fryer and the size of your pork chops. I would say 2-4. Do not stack the pork chops

How long should you cook pork chops?

Pork chops take 12-14 minutes in the air fryer at 400 degrees, depending on the thickness of the chop.

Why are my pork chops tough?

Pork chops dry out easily because they are a leaner cut of meat (fat = moisture). If they are tough, it is likely because they were over cooked. This is why I always use a meat thermometer. Pork is done when it reaches 145 degrees.

Why do apples go with pork?

Pork and apples are like peanut butter and jelly. The sweetness and acidity from an apple pairs perfectly with the rich meatiness of the pork. They are contrasting flavors which balance each other out. Acid helps cut fat.

What do you eat with pork chops?

I love to serve these pork chops with a starch and a veggie. Some of my favorites include, Simple Mac and Cheese Recipe without Flour, Red Skin Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans and Carrots, or Kale Crunch Salad.

What does a dry rub do?

A dry rub adds flavor. At a minimum, every piece of meat should be seasoned with salt (about 1 teaspoon per pound) and pepper. A dry rub typically has other dry ingredients/spices as well. Salt helps bring out the natural flavor of the meat. The other spices add dimension. You can’t skip out of the rub!

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Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops (No Breading)

Brianna May

These Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops (No Breading) are smothered in a smokey BBQ dry rub and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. No grill needed! They have the perfect crust and stay extremely moist in the center. Finish them with this easy warm apple and peach salsa for an easy summer dinner.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4 people

Equipment

Air Fryer
Meat Thermometer
Microplane Grater

Ingredients

4 small bone-in pork chops about 3 pounds*

Dry Rub

1 Tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Salsa

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 jalapeño diced, seed & membranes removed*
1 1/4 cup peeled diced pink lady apple 1 large
1 1/4 cup peeled diced peach 3 small
1 Tablespoon honey
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions

Review all recipe notes and instructions before beginning.
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the 1 jalapeños and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the apple, peach, honey, vinegar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes, string frequently.
Combine all of the spices for the rub in a small bowl. Divide the rub between each chop and completely coat every side.
Place in the air fryer in a single layer.
Air fry at 400 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until they reach 145 degrees, flipping halfway through. Let them rest for 5 minutes and serve with warm salsa.

Notes

Bone-In Pork Chops: Bone-in have more flavor than boneless, but boneless works perfectly for this recipe as well. Jalapeño: Leave the seeds and membranes intact for more spice. Use a large air fryer. This way you can fit all 4 bone-in pork chops in it at the same time. Do not stack them. Cook in two batches if you cannot fit them all in at the same time. Press the dry rub in. It is important to use pressure when applying the dry rub so that it sticks. This will help a crust form and prevent it from falling all in the air fryer. No preheating required. The air fryers I have do not require preheating so you do not need to preheat the air fryer for this recipe. Be sure to flip. Don’t forget to flip the pork chops halfway through. This ensures a nice crust and browning on both sides. Use a meat thermometer. Pork should be cooked to 145 degrees. The best way to ensure that is cooked through, but not overdone is to use a digital meat thermometer. They only cost about $10-15, but are crucial to cook proteins perfectly every time. Let the chops rest before serving. Resting results in juicier chops.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops (No Breading)

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