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Air Fryer Pork Chops with Apple Chutney
Juicy, perfectly cooked pork chops with a slightly crisp exterior, paired with a sweet and tangy homemade apple chutney. A sophisticated yet simple meal for any night of the week.
Prep 20 min
Cook 18 min
Total 38 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Quick Apple Chutney
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 medium apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground cloves
Step 2 — For the Pork Chops
- 4 (6-oz) bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Make Apple Chutney
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples and red onion, cooking until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and the mixture has thickened.
- 2
Prepare Pork Chops
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, then season generously with smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Air Fry Pork Chops
Preheat air fryer to 390°F (195°C). Place pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 14-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium, or longer depending on desired doneness. Adjust time based on thickness.
- 4
Rest and Serve
Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the warm apple chutney over the rested pork chops.
Nutrition per serving: 550 cal · 40g protein · 35g carbs · 25g fat
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
