These crispy Air Fryer parmesan and panko-crusted pork chops are golden on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and ready in just 25 minutes – perfect for busy weeknights!
A family favourite that’s always a hit with both kids and adults, they’re the ultimate no-fuss dinner. Pair them with my cheesy mashed potatoes or a fresh rocket, pear, walnut and parmesan salad for a simple and delicious meal.
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!
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!
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Pork Chop Ingredients
All you need are some pork chops and a few basic fridge and pantry staples to whip up these crispy 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 and the extra fat helps keep them juicy in the air fryer.
- Panko crumbs – These give the chops that ultra-crispy crunch! I love the Obento brand, but any will work (or make your own!).
- Parmesan cheese – Freshly grated is best! It has more flavour and melts better than pre-grated, which often contains anti-caking agents.
- Cooking oil spray – Helps the crumb crisp up beautifully in the air fryer. You can also drizzle with olive oil if preferred.
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: Place the flour onto a plate. Press the pork chops into the flour, ensuring the entire pork chop is covered, and shake off any excess.
- Step 2: Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl and dip the floured pork chop into the egg mixture, coating both sides in egg.
- Step 3: 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 the pork chops into a single layer in the air fryer. Spray with cooking oil, or drizzle with olive oil.
- Step 5: Cook the panko-crumbed pork chops, turning over halfway through cooking, until golden and cooked through. Serve straight away.
Recipe 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 - halloumi, pumpkin and macadamia salad or roast pumpkin and spinach salad are especially popular!
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Not suitable for freezing.
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.
Yes, you can easily make gluten-free air fryer pork chops! Simply swap the plain flour for a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free panko or breadcrumbs. Make sure all other ingredients (like seasoning and parmesan) are also certified gluten-free.
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Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 75 g (½ cup) plain flour
- 2 eggs lightly whisked
- 90 g (1 ½ cups) panko crumbs
- 75 g (¾ cup) parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper
- cooking oil spray
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).
- 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 - halloumi, pumpkin and macadamia salad or roast pumpkin and spinach salad are especially popular!
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Not suitable for freezing.
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