Pork Chops Air Fryer Cooking Time
1-inch thick boneless chops.
Flip once at 7 minutes.
Pork is safe at 145°F with a 3-minute rest, and will still be slightly pink. That is correct and not undercooked.
How to cook Pork Chops in an air fryer
- Bring the chops to room temperature for 20 minutes so they cook evenly.
- Pat dry and season generously — pork is bland without proper salting.
- Rest 5 minutes before cutting.
Pork Chops times by cut and size
| Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Boneless, 1 inch | 380°F | 12–15 min |
| Bone-in, 1 inch | 380°F | 14–17 min |
| Thin cut, ½ inch | 400°F | 8–10 min |
| Breaded | 380°F | 12–14 min |
Common questions
How long do you air fry Pork Chops?
Pork Chops takes 12–15 minutes at 380°F (190°C) in an air fryer. Flip once at 7 minutes. Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Why are my air fryer pork chops dry?
Almost always overcooking. Pork chops are lean and go from juicy to dry within about 10°F. Pull them at 145°F and rest — do not cook to 160°F out of caution.
Is pink pork chop safe to eat?
Yes, if it has reached 145°F internal and rested for 3 minutes. The USDA lowered the safe pork temperature in 2011; a faint blush of pink is normal.
Converting your own recipe
If you have an oven recipe for Pork Chops and want to work it out yourself, the rule is to drop the temperature by 25°F and cut the time by 20%. The oven to air fryer converter does it for you.