Learn the tips for making easy and juicy air fryer boneless pork chops with a quick, homemade maple dijon lemon sauce.
(Originally published 1/3/2020 and updated for content on 10/3/2025)
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These pork chops are juicy and full of flavor thanks to some grill seasoning and my air fryer. They are perfect for a quick dinner any night of the week. Proteins really benefit from the magic of the air fryer. It really seals in the juices! I’m a big fan of cooking chicken breasts and shrimp in my Philips Air Fryer too. Properly cooked pork means an internal temperature of 145 degrees F and a 3-minute rest before slicing. A blush of pink in the center of your pork chops means you’ve cooked them just right.
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Simple ingredients for air fryer pork chops recipe
- Pork Chops – Go to your butcher and choose some thick-cut, boneless pork chops for this recipe.
- Seasonings – For convenience, I use a store bought grill seasoning. Or you could borrow from my broiled pork chops recipe and use a dry rub of brown sugar, salt, smoked paprika, ginger, oregano and garlic powder.
- Sauce – I love a mix of pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard and lemon juice. But feel free to use BBQ sauce or your own favorite.
- Oil – Use vegetable or olive oil to grease your air fryer basket before cooking.
Instructions
The air fryer really makes the magic happen for juicy pork chops. All you have to do is oil the basket and season the pork. Then make the simple sauce for drizzling on afterwards. Be sure to air fry the pork chops in a single layer, no over lapping. For my free, printable recipe card and a video tutorial, keep scrolling to the bottom of this post.
How long to cook pork chops in the air fryer?
The cook time and temperature here depends on two things – your brand of air fryer and the thickness of your chops. In this testing recipe, mine were about 1 – inch thick. I air fried them at 375 degrees F for about 14 minutes, flipping them over halfway through. Always check your cooked meat with a digital meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 145 degrees F when they are fully cooked.
Is breading necessary for making these pork chops?
This recipe is not a ‘shake and bake’ type of pork chop. I prefer a simple rub to season the pork. The air fryer does sear the outside of the pork, to seal in the juices.
Serving suggestions
A variety of side dishes can pair well with this air fryer pork chop recipe. Here’s a few suggestions –
Storage directions
Store any leftover pork in an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Kitchen tools
- I use a Philips Air Fryer for testing all of my air fryer recipes.
- This is the brand of seasoning rub I used for this recipe.
- Always check the temperature of your meat before serving. This is the digital thermometer I use in my kitchen.
- Brush the basket of your air fryer with vegetable oil using a silicone pastry brush.
Air Fryer Pork Chops
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops thick cut, boneless
- 1 tbsp McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning or your favorite brand of grill seasoning
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- vegetable oil
Instructions
- Lightly brush your air fryer basket with vegetable oil.
- Dry pork chops with paper towels and sprinkle both sides evenly with the grill seasoning.
- Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the pork chops in two batches.
- Cook the pork chops at 375 degrees F for 12 - 15 minutes (more time is needed if your pork chops are very thick). Flip over the pork chops halfway through cooking time.
- Check the internal temperature of the pork chops - they are done cooking when they are 145 degrees F.
- While the pork chops are cooking in the air fryer, whisk together the maple syrup, mustard, lemon juice and salt.
- Pour the sauce over the pork chops immediately after removing them from the air fryer.
- Allow the pork chops to rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Video
Nutrition
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Sophie says
This is insane. I just gifted my friend an airfryer and she loves pork chop a lot. Thanks for this recipe.
foodtasticmom says
You are very welcome!
Gladys says
I made them and they came great
foodtasticmom says
Thanks for the positive feedback. 🙂
Tonje says
Been loving my air fryer lately, and I am excited to try new recipes. I love how easy this was, and the result was amazing – as expected.
foodtasticmom says
So happy to hear this!
Sunrita | spiceitupp says
What a healthy and easy recipe! How about making it in the oven as I dont have an air fryer.
foodtasticmom says
Sure, you could convert it for the oven.
Beth says
These chops are so juicy and flavorful! I will be making them again and again!
foodtasticmom says
Glad to hear it. Thanks Beth!
Tammy says
Looks so juicy and flavorful! I wish I had an air fryer to give this a try.
foodtasticmom says
Thanks. You should consider getting one!
Scarlet says
I never thought of cooking pork chops in my air fryer before! I need to try this recipe. Looks delish!
foodtasticmom says
You definitely do!
Kaity says
This was delicious! The sweet and tangy flavors were a perfect combination. Everyone ate it and asked that we make it again! Definitely a keeper.
foodtasticmom says
I love hearing positive feedback like this on my recipes. Thank you so much!!
Joni says
I NEVER eat a full serving of meat-this is the exception. It was an amazing burst of flavors. Thanks for this!
foodtasticmom says
Happy to hear this. Thank you for the positive rating!
Susan says
I found your site from a recipe on Stone Gable blog. I have followed her for years and started following you today! I looked around on your site and you have great recipes for real-life families!
foodtasticmom says
So happy to have you join me here. I’m grateful to Stone Gable and her sharing my recipes now. Thank you for taking the time to rate and comment to introduce yourself 🙂
Tammy says
This was an awesome recipe. The pork chops and sauce. I would recommend it to all my family and friends that’s how good it was. Thank you for sharing.
foodtasticmom says
That is the best compliment I can hope for. Thank you!
Lindsey says
I’m new to air fryers. Do you use the bake setting to cook these or air fry?
foodtasticmom says
I don’t have an air fryer with a bake setting. I can change the temperature. But it just air fries.
Lindsay Rasberry says
What size air fryer do you recommend?
foodtasticmom says
I use the Philips XXL.
Rachelle says
We made these this evening! Killer good! My husband is diabetic so I substituted Sugar Free Maple Syrup – and of course I did not have Dijon – but we love the Aldi brand Spicy Brown Mustard – so that was used. OMG – the best!!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!
foodtasticmom says
I’m so happy to hear this. Thank you for taking the time to rate and review!
Michelle says
I made this today with Buffalo Cauliflower. The Pork Chops turned out DELICIOUS.
foodtasticmom says
Mmmmm, I’m loving the sound of buffalo cauliflower as a side dish. Thanks for taking the time to rate and comment.
Gail Montero says
Looks crispy-licious! This is something my whole family will love and coming to my air fryer, soon!
foodtasticmom says
Love the description, crispy-licious. They definitely are!
Jenn says
We had these pork chops last night for dinner and OMG! They were amazing! So juicy and just the right amount of flavor. I’m in love!
foodtasticmom says
Love hearing this. Thanks for taking the time to rate and comment!
Biana says
This air fryer pork chop is so simple to make and looks amazing! Will be making it very soon.
foodtasticmom says
Glad to hear it!
Chris Collins says
I’ve never made pork chops in the air fryer before but you make it look so easy! Can’t wait to try it out 🙂
foodtasticmom says
I think you’ll love them!
Andrea Metlika says
These pork chops look so crispy and juicy. Just perfectly cooked and a perfect meal for my family.
foodtasticmom says
Thanks Andrea, I’m glad your family enjoyed them.
Aimee Mars says
This is another one of your delicious air fryer recipes! These pork chops look incredible and so perfectly tender. I can’t wait to try them. It’s a great weeknight meal option.
foodtasticmom says
Appreciate the compliment Aimee. Thank you!
Jo says
I love how easy this is to make! The pork was perfectly seasoned and I am tempted to have it again for dinner tonight!
foodtasticmom says
So glad you enjoyed these air fryer pork chops, Jo!
Kate says
Is there anything you can’t cook in an air fryer?! Seriously – these look so tender and juicy, my kids will love this easy dinner – thanks!
foodtasticmom says
Fruit, meats, vegetables, desserts – the air fryer truly does it all!
Elizabeth says
OBSESSED with these! The whole family loved them, and they’re going in the regular rotation.
foodtasticmom says
So happy to hear this. Thank you so much!
Beth says
These look wonderful and so delicious! I love using my air fryer! Definitely helps out a lot for dinner and this recipe is perfect! I can’t wait to make this recipe!
foodtasticmom says
The air fryer makes dinner fun again! Thanks Beth.
debby says
Easy, fast, and delicious!
foodtasticmom says
Glad you enjoyed them, thanks!