I recently tried my hand at Air Fryer Loin Chops, and the result was unexpectedly delightful. I seasoned thick pork chops with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika to create a bold, low carb dinner. The simplicity of the ingredients left me curious to explore more healthy air fryer adventures.
I recently tried a new take on pork chops and I gotta say it’s been one of my favorite discoveries for a quick dinner. I started off with four pork chops about an inch thick and gave them a light coating of olive oil, then tossed in a mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika.
I even added a tiny pinch of dried thyme for that extra lift. The idea behind cooking these chops in the air fryer is to get that perfect balance between juicy and crisp without the extra carbs of breading.
I was skeptical at first but after experimenting a bit with the oven style air fryer recipes, the results really blew me away. This method is perfect if you wanna cook pork chops in an air fryer quickly while still enjoying that tasty flavor.
It’s straightforward, and the best part is its healthy twist to traditional fried pork recipes. Give it a try and see how it transforms your weeknight meals.
Why I Like this Recipe
I really love this air fryer pork chops recipe for a bunch of reasons:
1. I like how its super simple to make and you dont need any messy breading. This makes it a clean, healthy dinner idea when im looking for a low carb meal thats full of flavor.
2. The spice mix with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and a pinch of thyme or rosemary just makes the pork chops taste amazing. I really feel like i get a burst of flavor in every bite.
3. I appreciate that the recipe is pretty forgiving and forgiving mistakes are okay. Even if ill-measure the spices a little, it still comes out great, and that makes me feel confident trying it out.
4. Cooking with my air fryer not only makes the pork chops crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, but it also helps me keep my kitchen cooler and mess-free.
I like these pork chops cuz their healthy, tasty, and easy to prepare even for someone like me who might mess something up every now and then. It’s a chill dinner option when i want a satisfying meal without having to slay in the kitchen for too long.
Ingredients
- Pork chops: rich protein, essential nutrients; hearty flavor and firm texture, making a satisfying meal.
- Olive oil offers healthy fats, boosts flavor, and helps keep chops moist during cookin.
- Garlic powder adds a savory kick, boosting aroma and slight vitamin benefits in modest amounts.
- Paprika brings smoky hints and vibrant color, with antioxidants that help promote health.
- Salt and black pepper combine to enhance taste without overpowering the natural flavors.
- Optional thyme or rosemary add earthy, herbal notes that brighten the rich pork flavors.
- Onion powder provides subtle sweetness and aroma, rewarding the dish with extra depth.
Ingredient Quantities
- 4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Optional: a pinch of dried thyme or rosemary
How to Make this
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F so it’s ready for cooking.
2. Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel to remove any extra moisture.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the pork chops and rub it in so each chop is lightly coated.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and if you’re using, a pinch of dried thyme or rosemary.
5. Rub the spice mix onto both sides of each pork chop evenly.
6. Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Try not to crowd them.
7. Cook the pork chops for about 10 minutes then flip them over.
8. Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
9. Once done, carefully remove the pork chops from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy your tasty, low carb dinner!
Equipment Needed
1. Air fryer (with basket to hold the pork chops)
2. Paper towels (to pat the chops dry)
3. Small bowl (for mixing the salt, pepper, and spices)
4. Tongs (to flip the pork chops safely)
5. Meat thermometer (to check if they reach 145°F)
6. Serving plate (to rest and serve the chops)
FAQ
Air Fryer Pork Chops No Breading Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Olive oil: You can use avocado oil or even a bit of melted butter instead.
- Salt: If you dont have table salt, try using kosher salt or sea salt.
- Black pepper: White pepper can be an alternative if you ran out.
- Garlic powder: Fresh minced garlic can work, just use roughly half as much since its more potent.
- Onion powder: You could substitute with dried minced onion or even a sprinkle of dried chives.
Pro Tips
1. Make sure you pat the pork chops dry real well before adding the oil and spices cause any extra moisture can stop them getting that nice crispy edge in the air fryer.
2. Don’t pack the air fryer basket too close together; give the chops some space so they cook evenly and don’t end up all soggy.
3. If you feel like it, try using a tiny bit extra garlic powder or another herb, but be careful cause too much can overwhelm the flavor of the pork.
4. Let the pork chops rest a few minutes after cooking even if you’re impatient cause that helps the juices settle and makes them taste way better.
Air Fryer Pork Chops No Breading Recipe
I recently tried my hand at Air Fryer Loin Chops, and the result was unexpectedly delightful. I seasoned thick pork chops with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika to create a bold, low carb dinner. The simplicity of the ingredients left me curious to explore more healthy air fryer adventures.
4
servings
272
kcal
Equipment: 1. Air fryer (with basket to hold the pork chops)
2. Paper towels (to pat the chops dry)
3. Small bowl (for mixing the salt, pepper, and spices)
4. Tongs (to flip the pork chops safely)
5. Meat thermometer (to check if they reach 145°F)
6. Serving plate (to rest and serve the chops)
Ingredients
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4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
-
1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
-
1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Optional: a pinch of dried thyme or rosemary
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F so it's ready for cooking.
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel to remove any extra moisture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the pork chops and rub it in so each chop is lightly coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and if you're using, a pinch of dried thyme or rosemary.
- Rub the spice mix onto both sides of each pork chop evenly.
- Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Try not to crowd them.
- Cook the pork chops for about 10 minutes then flip them over.
- Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Once done, carefully remove the pork chops from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy your tasty, low carb dinner!
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 200g
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 272kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Polyunsaturated: 2g
- Monounsaturated: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 615mg
- Potassium: 350mg
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Vitamin A: 10IU
- Vitamin C: 0mg
- Calcium: 10mg
- Iron: 0.8mg
