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Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Herb Butter | Easy Dinner

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Perfectly crispy air fryer pork chops with a crunchy panko-almond flour coating and a melty garlic herb butter that keeps the meat incredibly moist. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner is a crowd-pleaser that feels indulgent but is naturally low-carb and gluten-free.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Cooking spray (avocado oil spray works great)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the pork chops (5 minutes): Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you prep the breading station.
  2. Make the garlic herb butter (5 minutes): In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined. Set aside at room temperature.
  3. Set up the breading station (3 minutes): In the first shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and Dijon mustard. In the second bowl, combine the panko, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix with a fork to distribute the spices evenly.
  4. Coat the pork chops (5 minutes): Working one at a time, dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Then press it firmly into the breading mixture, coating both sides. Place the breaded chops on a plate.
  5. Preheat the air fryer (2 minutes): Set your air fryer to 375°F. Let it preheat for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Cook the pork chops (12-14 minutes): Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the pork chops in a single layer—don’t overcrowd. Spray the tops of the chops lightly with cooking spray. Cook at 375°F for 6 minutes. Flip carefully with tongs, spray the other side, and cook for another 6-8 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F at the thickest part.
  7. Add the butter and rest (5 minutes): As soon as the pork chops come out of the air fryer, top each one with a generous dollop of the garlic herb butter. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.

Notes

Don’t skip the resting step—it allows the juices to redistribute and the butter to fully melt into the meat. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F; anything above 150°F may result in dry pork chops. For best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. The Dijon mustard in the egg wash helps the breading adhere. If you don’t have an air fryer, bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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