Cooking pork chops in an air fryer typically takes between 8 to 16 minutes depending on the thickness and whether they are bone-in or boneless.
- For bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick, cook at 400°F for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F
- Boneless pork chops generally cook faster, around 8 to 12 minutes at 375°F to 400°F, flipping halfway
- Some recipes suggest cooking at 360°F for 14 to 16 minutes for thicker chops (~1.5 inches), flipping halfway and resting 5 minutes after cooking
- A common method is to preheat the air fryer to 375°F or 400°F, place the seasoned pork chops in a single layer, cook for about 10 to 14 minutes total, flipping halfway, and check for an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure doneness
In summary, the key factors are chop thickness and bone-in vs boneless, but generally:
- Boneless pork chops: 8–12 minutes at 375–400°F
- Bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick): 12–14 minutes at 400°F
- Thicker chops (~1.5 inch): 14–16 minutes at 360°F
Always flip halfway through cooking and use an instant-read thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 145°F for safe and juicy pork chops
. Let the chops rest a few minutes before serving.
