Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops (Print Version)

Tender pork chops crisped to perfection in the air fryer for a quick and flavorful dinner option.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
02 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
03 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
04 - ⅓ cup finely crushed club crackers (about 12 crackers)
05 - ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder

→ Protein

08 - 1 pound thin-cut boneless pork chops

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 tablespoon water

→ Others

11 - Olive oil spray
12 - Chopped parsley (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag, combine the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Shake well to blend the mixture evenly.
02 - Add the thin-cut pork chops to the flour mixture in the bag. Seal and shake vigorously ensuring each pork chop is fully coated. Set aside.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and water until smooth. Set aside.
04 - In another bowl, thoroughly mix the crushed club crackers, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Dip each flour-coated pork chop into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.
06 - Press each pork chop into the cracker mixture, coating all sides evenly. Firmly pat the coating to adhere well, then shake off excess crumbs.
07 - Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
08 - Place coated pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
09 - Spray the top of each pork chop generously with olive oil spray. Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying the tops again to achieve a golden, crispy crust. Pork chops are done when golden brown and reach an internal temperature of at least 155°F.
10 - Remove pork chops from the air fryer and garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.

# Extra Tips & Details:

01 - Preheating the air fryer at 400°F is essential for even cooking and achieving a crisp crust.
02 - Ritz or saltine crackers can substitute club crackers for the coating.
03 - Avoid overcrowding the air fryer to ensure proper crisping and even cooking.
04 - This recipe is formulated for thin-cut pork chops; adjust cooking time for thicker cuts accordingly.