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Air Fryer Pork Chops with Crispy Sage
Juicy and tender pork chops get a flavorful upgrade with crispy fried sage leaves and a hint of garlic, perfect for a quick and satisfying family dinner.
Prep 10 min
Cook 18 min
Total 28 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Crispy Sage
- 12-15 fresh sage leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Pork Chops
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub them with 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes while you prepare the sage.
- 2
Prepare Crispy Sage
Toss the fresh sage leaves with 1 tbsp olive oil until lightly coated. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- 3
Air Fry Sage
Cook the sage at 370°F (185°C) for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully as they can burn quickly, until they are crisp. Remove them from the basket and set aside.
- 4
Air Fry Pork Chops
Place the seasoned pork chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 370°F (185°C) for 14-18 minutes (depending on thickness), flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium (recommended) or 160°F (71°C) for well-done.
- 5
Serve
Serve the pork chops immediately, garnished with the crispy sage leaves.
Nutrition per serving: 350 cal · 30g protein · 3g carbs · 23g fat
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
