Air Fryer Pork Chops (Keto, Gluten-Free)

Air fryer pork chops are thick, tender and juicy, flavored with a delicious sweet-savory seasoning blend and topped with cooked onions. This healthy meal cooks altogether in the air fryer basket which makes dinner prep a BREEZE.

The pork chops are cooked to perfection and the onions turn out tender and almost caramelized with a slight crisp charring along the edges. (Note: air fryer onions are so easy and delicious, you will never want to prepare them any other way.)

So, what makes this a keto air fryer pork chop recipe? It's all in the pork chop seasoning. (And the fact that these are air fryer pork chops with no breading!)

A blend of flavorful spices mixed with a small amount of brown sugar substitute (golden monk fruit in this case) makes these pork chops the perfect combination of slightly sweet, spicy, and super savory. So, soooo good.

Of course, you can definitely use your favorite seasoning rub or keep it simple with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.

why this recipe works

Pork chops are one of my favorite things to make in the air fryer (I'd say it's tied with these chipotle air fryer chicken thighs).

Combine them with onions for a classic, comforting combination. This easy dinner recipe is quick and delicious!

Air fryer pork chops are:

• low carb, keto diet friendly and gluten-free
• tender, juicy and full of flavor
• a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights.

the ingredients

I've used this air fryer pork chop recipe for both thick and thin pork chops and simply decreased the cook time for the thinner cuts (although I'm writing the recipe for thick-cut pork chops because I think you'll get the best results).

To make these keto air fryer pork chops, you will need these simple ingredients:

• boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick (bone-in chops are fine too)
• avocado oil or olive oil
• golden monk fruit sweetener (like this one by Lakanto)
• sea salt
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• chipotle powder (optional- this gives the pork chops some spiciness, which I tend to omit if I'm serving this to kiddos)
• ground mustard
• smoked paprika
• cumin
• allspice
• yellow onion, sliced into ¼-inch wedges

a delicious air fryer pork chops recipe

This is a quick and simple recipe that is also easy to adapt to your own taste preference. The cooking time will vary based on the thickness of the pork chops and whether they're boneless or bone-in.

Decreasing the cook time for thin cuts works well, but you may need to pull the pork out of the air fryer and let the onions continue to cook if you have really thin pork chops.

Dry pork chops = bad pork chops and I'd rather err on the side of slightly underdone as the meat will continue to cook for a few minutes after removing it from the heat.

Here's a quick look at how to make air fryer pork chops but make sure to refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for all of the details and ingredient amounts.

1. Prepare the pork chops. Place them on a plate and pat pork chops dry with a paper towel. You want to make sure the pork chops are as dry as possible. Drizzle about a little olive oil on each side. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
2. Make the seasoning. In a small bowl, combine the monk fruit sweetener with all of the spices, mixing it with a spoon. Sprinkle a generous amount of seasoning on each side of the pork chops, then rub it around so each side is evenly coated (two pork chops should use about half of the seasoning- I save the remaining seasoning for the next time!). Place the pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer.
3. Coat the onions. Dredge the sliced onions through any excess oil/seasoning that remains on the plate, then sprinkle the onions around the pork chops in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook the pork chops/onion. Air fry pork chops at 380°F for 10 minutes. Flip the pork chops then return the basket to the air fryer to cook for another 10 minutes or until done (internal temperature should read about 140-145°F with a meat thermometer).

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tips for success

• The seasoning will give you enough for four thick pork chops, so if you'd like to scale up and make four, go for it! However, you may need to cook the pork chops in two separate batches but that really depends on the size of your air fryer. I tent the first batch of pork chops and onion with foil to keep warm while the second batch is cooking.

• If increasing the serving size to four, add in another onion to cook with the second batch.

• Save any excess seasoning for the next time you make this!

• If you're preparing thinner cuts of pork chops, decrease the air fry time to about 5-6 minutes per side.

• The cooking time will vary based on the size of your pork chops and the type of air fryer you have. An instant read thermometer will be the best way to tell when the meat is done.

• Store leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

These air fryer pork chops are seasoned to perfection and the best way to get juicy pork chops with minimal effort.

And that seasoning! Slightly spicy, slightly sweet, with a whole lot of savory goodness that goes perfectly with those toasty onions.

Serve up these air fryer pork chops with your favorite veggie, a creamy cauliflower mash and low-carb cornbread for a cozy, comfort food kind of meal.

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Air Fryer Pork Chops (Keto, Gluten-Free)

Yield: 2 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Tender and juicy with the perfect amount of savory, sweet and spicy, these keto air fryer pork chops and onions are delicious comfort food!

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Ingredients

• 2 thick-cut pork chops, boneless or bone-in (at least 1 inch thick)
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
• 1-½ tablespoons granulated monk fruit sweetener (I use Lakanto "golden")
• ½ teaspoon chipotle powder (optional- this will add spiciness)
• 1-½ teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ¼ teaspoon allspice
• 1 yellow onion, cut into ¼-inch-thick slices

Instructions

1. Place the pork chops on a plate and pat them dry with paper towels, getting them as dry as possible. Drizzle about ½ tablespoon of olive oil on each side. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
2. In a small dish, combine the monk fruit sweetener with all of the spices, mixing it with a spoon.
3. Sprinkle a generous amount of seasoning on each side of the pork chops, then rub it around so each side is evenly coated. Two pork chops should use about half of the seasoning mix (save the remaining seasoning for use another day!).
4. Set the pork chops into the air fryer basket.
5. Dredge the sliced onions through any excess oil and seasoning that is on the plate, then sprinkle the onions around the pork chops in the air fryer.
6. Air fry the pork chops at 380°F for 10 minutes. Flip the pork chops and return the basket to the air fryer to cook another 10 minutes. If the pork chops are thinner, cook for less time. Alternatively, if they're thicker than 1-inch, cook a couple of minutes longer. If the onions look like they're getting overcooked after about 15 minutes in the air fryer, you can remove them and transfer them to a bowl.
7. Serve the pork chops with the cooked onions on top.

Notes

The internal temperature of the pork should be 145°F when done.

For thinner pork chops, decrease the cook time to about 4-6 minutes per side.

Save any excess seasoning for later use.

To make four pork chops:

• You will have enough seasoning to make four thick pork chops, so if you'd like to scale up, go for it! You will need a second onion to get enough for four servings.
• Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook four pork chops in two separate batches. Place the cooked pork chops on a plate and tent it with foil to keep warm while the second batch cooks.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 265Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 210mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 21g

This nutritional information is approximate and is provided for convenience as a courtesy.