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Cozy Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops with Garlic Herb Butter

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Juicy, golden-brown air fryer pork chops topped with a rich garlic herb butter that melts into every bite. Ready in under 25 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner brings bistro-quality flavor home without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork chops, 1-inch thick (about 6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)

Instructions

  1. Take the pork chops out of the fridge 15 minutes before cooking to let them come to room temperature.
  2. Make the garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and lemon zest. Mix with a fork until well combined. Set aside at room temperature.
  3. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the pork chops. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the chops and rub in gently.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between each chop. Do not overcrowd.
  7. Cook for 8 minutes undisturbed.
  8. Flip the chops with tongs and cook for another 4-6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for medium or 145°F (63°C) for well-done.
  9. Check the temperature with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chop.
  10. Transfer the cooked chops to a plate and immediately top each with about 1 tablespoon of garlic herb butter.
  11. Let the chops rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  12. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt just before serving.

Notes

For best results, use 1-inch thick pork chops with some marbling. Pat the chops dry before seasoning to ensure browning. Let the butter soften naturally at room temperature. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Trust your thermometer over the timer—pork is safe at 145°F, but pull at 140°F for carryover cooking. The garlic herb butter can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator; let it come to room temperature before using.

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Keywords: air fryer pork chops, boneless pork chops, garlic herb butter, quick dinner, weeknight meal, low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free

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