These air fryer parmesan panko crusted bone-in pork chops are juicy, crunchy, and ready to enjoy in just 25 minutes!
Loved by young and old alike, they are the perfect fuss-free midweek dinner.
These juicy air fryer pork chops with a crispy parmesan and panko coating are the BEST way to enjoy pork chops! Serve with salad, slaw and crispy potato wedges for an easy family dinner that is sure to get the thumbs up of approval from everyone!
Using the air fryer to cook these fried pork chops means you get that golden crunchy coating without the need for all the oil that traditional fried pork requires!
I love using panko breadcrumbs as they add a light and crunchy coating to many dishes, from chicken schnitzel and oven baked chicken nuggets, to veggie nuggets and mashed potato cakes. In this recipe they are combined with parmesan cheese and seasonings to create the most delicious crunchy coating for pork chops!
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Why You’re Going To Love This Recipe
- Easy recipe – just coat the pork chop in flour, egg, and parmesan panko crumbs, then place in the air fryer to cook!
- Quick – have these air fried pork chops on the table in under half an hour!
- So crispy – the seasoned panko breadcrumb coating becomes so crunchy in the air fryer, and without the need for a lot of oil!
- Economical – pork chops are a budget friendly ingredient, and these air fried pork chops make a very economical dinner.
- Family friendly – loved by the whole family, fussy kids included!
Pork Chop Ingredients
You just need some pork chops and a handful of fridge and pantry staples to make these air fryer bone in pork chops!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Bone-in pork chops – these have more flavour than boneless pork chops and the slightly larger amount of fat on them helps stop them from drying out as they cook in the air fryer.
- Plain flour – also known as all-purpose flour.
- Eggs – I use size large eggs which weigh approx. 55-60g.
- Panko crumbs – panko breadcrumbs give the best crunch to the pork chops! I like to use the Obento brand, however you can use your favourite brand or make your own breadcrumbs to coat the pork chops.
- Parmesan cheese – use freshly grated parmesan! Pre-grated cheese does not give the same fresh parmesan flavour and contains ‘anti-caking’ agents. It often works out more expensive per gram than fresh parmesan too!
- Garlic powder – this adds a delicous background flavour to the panko coating, and isn’t as pungent as fresh raw garlic.
- Salt and pepper – to season.
- Cooking oil spray – or use normal olive oil and lightly drizzle over the panko crumbed pork chop.
Equipment Required
You hardly need any equipment to make pork chops in the air fryer, just 3 shallow bowls or plates, and an air fryer! That’s it!
How To Cook Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops
These air fryer breaded pork chops take just 10 minutes to prepare, and there is minimal washing up to do when you’ve finished!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
Step 1 – Coat The Pork Chop In Flour
Place the flour onto a plate. Press the pork chops into the flour, making sure the whole of the pork chop is covered in flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 2 – Dip Into Beaten Egg
Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl and dip the floured pork chop into the egg mixture, coating both sides in egg.
Step 3 – Coat In Seasoned Panko Breadcrumbs
Mix the panko breadcrumbs with the grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper and tip onto a plate. Press the pork chops into the panko crumb mixture, making sure each side is thoroughly coated.
Step 4 – Place In The Air Fryer Basket
Place the pork chops into a single layer in the air fryer. Spray with cooking oil, or drizzle with olive oil.
Step 5 – Cook
Cook the panko crumbed pork chops, turning over halfway through cooking, until golden and cooked through. Serve straight away.
Expert Tips
- For the crispiest breaded pork chops – cook in batches and DON’T overcrowd the air fryer basket (the heat needs to be able to circulate for the crumb to turn crunchy).
- Add your own flavours to this pork chops recipe – like dried herbs, Italian seasoning or paprika mixed with the panko crumbs.
- The cooking time of 15 minutes is for thick pork chops.
- For thinner pork chops – reduce the cooking time to 10-12 minutes.
- Serve with vegetables or a side salad – pear and rocket salad or roast pumpkin and spinach salad are especially popular!
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Air Fryer Pork Chops FAQs
The pork chop is ready when it is white in colour (with no pink) and piping hot in the centre.
The most likely cause of air fryer pork chops being tough is that they are overcooked. Check them often to ensure they don’t overcook.
Absolutely! Simply use panko crumbs that have been made with gluten-free bread or use gluten-free bread crumbs and substitute the plain flour for gluten-free flour.
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Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops
The CRUNCHIEST & CRISPIEST Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops breaded in a parmesan panko crumb.
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Calories: 553kcal
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Instructions
- Place the plain flour onto a plate. Press the pork chops into the flour and shake off any excess.
- Whisk the eggs in bowl and dip the pork into the egg mixture. Allow the excess egg mixture to drip off. Place on a plate again.
- Mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper together and spread onto a flat plate. Press the pork chops into the panko crumb mixture on each side.
- Place the pork chops into a single layer in the air fryer (do NOT overcrowd). Spray with cooking oil (or drizzle with olive oil). TIP: For the crispiest breaded pork chops, cook in batches (the heat needs to be able to circulate for the crumb to turn crunchy).
Cook the panko crumbed pork chops for 15 minutes, 200 degrees celsius, (turning over partway) or until golden and cooked through (see notes).
Notes
- For the crispiest breaded pork chops – cook in batches and DON’T overcrowd the air fryer basket (the heat needs to be able to circulate for the crumb to turn crunchy).
- The pork is ready when it is white in colour (with no pink) and piping hot in the centre.
- Add your own flavours to this pork chops recipe – like dried herbs, Italian seasoning or paprika mixed with the panko crumbs.
- The cooking time of 15 minutes is for thick pork chops.
- For thinner pork chops – reduce the cooking time to 10-12 minutes.
- Serve with vegetables or a side salad – pear and rocket salad or roast pumpkin and spinach salad are especially popular!
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 553kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 212mg | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 275IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 311mg | Iron: 4mg
