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Yes, air frying is a very healthy cooking method as it requires minimal oil. This recipe is high in protein and low in sodium and carbs.
These Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops with no breading are a fast, flavorful, and healthy recipe for any weeknight. Coated in a smoky-sweet, low sodium spice rub and cooked until juicy and golden, each pork chop packs 25g of protein, making it perfect for high protein, low carb meal prep or anyone following a GLP-1 diet. With only 85mg sodium per serving, it's a delicious low sodium pork chop recipe for a heart-healthy dinner. And the best part…it’s a budget-friendly dinner recipe for two that can be made for under $10! Ready in just 25 minutes, this is one of the best healthy pork chop recipes you and your taste buds are going to want to make again and again.
If you are looking to make this recipe a complete healthy one-pan meal, simply add 2 cups of fresh green beans lightly coated in nonstick cooking spray to the air fryer basket with the pork chops during the last 6 to 7 minutes of cooking time. And just like that, you have a well-rounded, low sodium dinner in under 30 minutes!
Yes, air frying is a very healthy cooking method as it requires minimal oil. This recipe is high in protein and low in sodium and carbs.
No, this recipe is for delicious, juicy pork chops with no breading. The spice rub creates a flavorful crust without the extra carbs and calories.
The key is not to overcook them. Using a meat thermometer to pull them out as soon as they reach 145°F is the best way to ensure they stay juicy.
Recipe yields 2 servings
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Rinse pork chops with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a small mixing bowl, mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, black pepper, ground mustard, and garlic powder. Coat each pork chop with olive oil and rub seasoning blend onto pork chops.
Lightly grease air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Place prepared pork chops in basket and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature registers 140°F. Serve warm with your favorite air fried vegetables or a side salad. Enjoy!
If you don't have an air fryer or prefer grilled pork chops, feel free to grill these pork chops. Simply season as usual and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side over medium-high heat. Want to grill boneless pork chops? Check out our recipe for easy Grilled Boneless Pork Loin Chops!