Name: Air Fried Pork Chops with Herb Mustard Crust
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick, ~6 oz each); 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, crushed; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp lemon zest

Air Fried Pork Chops with Herb Mustard Crust

JammyOrange5172

These air fried pork chops are a weeknight dinner game-changer—juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and bursting with a tangy herb-mustard crust. The combination of smoked paprika and rosemary delivers a savory, aromatic punch, while a hint of lemon zest elevates the flavor and keeps things bright. Air frying ensures a golden, caramelized exterior without excess oil, keeping the meal light for a hot Texas evening. Serve them with a simple salad or roasted veggies for a complete and visually stunning plate.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, rosemary, salt, pepper, and lemon zest to create a paste.
Rub the mustard-herb paste evenly over both sides of each pork chop. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Arrange pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if necessary for spacing).
Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and is golden on the outside.
Let pork chops rest for 3 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with additional lemon zest if desired.