This Boneless Pork Chop Air Fryer (seasoned or marinated) recipe gives you thick, juicy pork chops with a nicely browned outside and plenty of savory flavor from the marinade. I like the simple combination of soy sauce, olive oil, marjoram, and black pepper because it gives the pork plenty of flavor without needing a long list of ingredients.
The air fryer pork chops can marinate for 2 hours or stay in the refrigerator overnight, so you can easily prepare it ahead of time. If you want another easy pork chop recipe, try these Boneless Thin Pork Chops in Air Fryer next. Keep reading to see how I cook these thick, boneless chops, so they stay tender rather than drying out.
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When it comes to air fryer recipes. these juicy air fryer pork chops have the combination I want from an easy pork dinner: a browned outside with tender, juicy meat in the middle, and simple ingredients to make it. The soy sauce and marjoram give them a savory flavor that works especially well with the pork.
I also like that these marinated pork chops in air fryer don’t need breading to give them a good exterior. They come out flavorful as they are and work with anything from roasted vegetables to mashed potatoes or rice.
Why You’ll Love It
- Juicy inside: The thick pork chops stay tender when they’re cooked for the right amount of time and allowed to rest.
- Easy marinade: Soy sauce, olive oil, marjoram, and black pepper add plenty of savory flavor. You can add your own spices here, including garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika for a bite, brown sugar for a bit of sweetness, or whatever you prefer.
- Good for preparing ahead: Marinate the pork for a total time of 2 hours or leave it in the refrigerator overnight.
- Quick cooking: Once marinated, the pork chops only need 12 minutes in the air fryer, quicker than using an oven.
Ingredients
- Boneless pork chops: I like the thick 3 cm pieces here because they have enough time to brown on the outside without becoming dry inside. Keeping the pieces around the same thickness also helps them cook evenly.
- Soy sauce: This forms the main part of the marinade and gives the pork that deep savory flavor. Three tablespoons are enough to coat the pork without drowning it.
- Extra virgin olive oil: I like adding this with the soy sauce because it helps coat the pork and distribute the seasonings across each piece.
- Dried marjoram: Half a teaspoon is enough to add a herby flavor without taking over the marinade. It works particularly well with the simple soy sauce and black pepper mixture.
How to Make Boneless Pork Chop Air Fryer
1. Slice the pork into 3 cm (1.2 inch) thick pieces.
2. Using a fork or a meat tenderizer, pierce the pork all over on both sides to allow the pork to soak up all the juices. Mix soy sauce and olive oil in a small bowl, and in a separate bowl, combine salt, dried marjoram, and black pepper.
3. Place the pork in a marinating container. Pour in soy sauce and olive oil, including the sides of the pork chops, and then sprinkle with salt, dried marjoram, and black pepper. Secure the container with a lid or cover with cling film. Allow the pork to marinate for 2 hours at room temperature, or leave it in the fridge overnight.
4. Remove the pork from the marinade after 2 hours. If refrigerated, let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour prior to cooking.
5. Preheat your air fryer to 380ºF (195ºC) for 3-5 minutes. Once heated, place the pork in the air fryer basket on a single layer and air fry for 12 minutes.
Note: Cook in batches rather than overcrowding.
6. Flip the pork chops at the 4-minute and 8-minute marks during cooking.
7. After 12 minutes of cooking time, remove the pork chops from the air fryer and let them rest for 3-4 minutes. The meat's interior should be slightly pink or light brown, according to your preference.
Note: When cooking pork, use a meat thermometer to check if it is done. Internal temperature should be 145 degrees F.
8. Serve alongside your favorite side dish and savor the delicious meal!
Recipe Tips
- Keep the pork chops around the same thickness so they cook evenly.
- Pierce both sides before adding the marinade.
- Marinate for 2 hours or refrigerate overnight when you want to prepare them ahead.
- Arrange the pork in a single layer with space between each piece.
- Cooking times can vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops and the size of your air fryer. Bone-in chops will take longer to cook.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for no more than 2-3 days.
What Can You Serve With This?
- Roasted vegetables
- Mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes
- Steamed rice or pilaf
- Green salad or coleslaw
- Quinoa
- BBQ sauce
FAQ
These 3 cm (1.2 inch) thick pork chops cook for 12 minutes at 380°F (195°C), with flips at the 4-minute and 8-minute marks.
Marinate them for 2 hours, or prepare them ahead and leave them covered in the refrigerator overnight.
The pork chops rest for 3–4 minutes after they come out of the air fryer before serving, as this gives it the best texture and taste.
Recipe
Boneless Pork Chop Air Fryer
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Fork or meat tenderizer
- Container with a lid or cling film for marinating
- Air Fryer (I use the Instant Pot Vortex Plus XL Air Fryer.)
- Tongs or spatula for flipping pork chops
- Plate for letting pork chops rest
- Optional: Serving platter or individual plates for serving with your favorite side dish
Ingredients
- 1 kg Boneless Pork Chops
- ½ teaspoon Dried Marjoram
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Slice the pork into 3 cm (1.2 inch) thick pieces.
- Using a fork or a meat tenderizer, pierce the pork all over on both sides.
- Place the pork in a marinating container. Pour in soy sauce and olive oil, and then sprinkle with dried marjoram, garlic powder, and black pepper. Secure the container with a lid or cover with cling film. Allow the pork to marinate for 2 hours at room temperature, or leave it in the fridge overnight.
- Remove the pork from the marinade after 2 hours. If refrigerated, let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour prior to cooking.
- Remove the pork from the marinade after 2 hours. If refrigerated, let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour prior to cooking.
- Flip the pork chops at the 4-minute and 8-minute marks during cooking.
- After 12 minutes, remove the pork chops from the air fryer and let them rest for 3-4 minutes. The meat's interior should be slightly pink or light brown, according to your preference.
- Serve alongside your favorite side dish and savor the delicious meal!
Notes
Cooking Time and Temperature
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3–5 minutes and cook the pork chops for 12 minutes, flipping at the 4-minute and 8-minute marks.Taste & Texture
Savory and well-seasoned with a browned exterior and tender, juicy meat inside.Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Refrigerator: Wrap the leftover pork chops tightly or place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly, place in a resealable freezer bag or airtight container, and freeze for up to 6 months.
- Reheat: Not specified.
Serving Recommendations
- I’d serve these with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a simple dinner.
- A green salad or coleslaw works well when I want something lighter alongside the pork.
Recipe Variations and Substitutions
- Try ginger, sea salt, allspice, tarragon, or rosemary when changing the seasoning.
- Avocado oil can be used as part of the marinade in place of the olive oil.
- If you don’t have time to marinate the pork, season the chops and cook them without the marinating time.
Proper Storage Tips
- Wrap leftover pork chops tightly or place them in an airtight container.
- Keep them refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze them for up to 6 months.
Pro Tips
- Pierce the pork chops on both sides before marinating.
- Leave space between the pork chops in the air fryer basket so they cook evenly.
- Adjust the cooking time according to the thickness of your pork chops and how quickly your air fryer cooks.
- Let the pork chops rest for 3–4 minutes after air frying before serving.
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