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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops Air Fryer Recipe

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This recipe delivers pork chops with a crispy parmesan and panko crust using an air fryer, resulting in a crunchy exterior and juicy, tender meat inside. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork chops, bone-in or boneless, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese-style)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Olive oil spray or avocado oil spray

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, mix 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs until smooth.
  3. Pat dry 4 pork chops and lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Dip each pork chop into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the parmesan-panko mixture to coat both sides well.
  5. Place coated pork chops on a plate or baking rack and let rest for 5 minutes to set the crust.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  7. Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray. Place pork chops in a single layer without overlapping and spray tops lightly with oil.
  8. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through (5-6 minutes per side), until crust is golden and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Adjust time for thicker chops.
  9. Remove chops and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for best crust texture. Pat pork chops dry before breading to ensure crust sticks well. Lightly spray oil to help crust brown without excess grease. Let coated chops rest before cooking to reduce flaking. Adjust cooking time for chop thickness and check internal temperature to avoid drying out. For gluten-free, substitute panko with almond flour. Variations include adding fresh herbs or cayenne pepper for flavor twists.

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