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Light and Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Apple Chutney

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Crispy air fryer pork chops with a light panko coating, served with a sweet-tart apple chutney. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that feels special.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended)
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Make the chutney first. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften. Add the diced apples, apple cider vinegar, honey, dried cranberries, cinnamon, ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir together, bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but still hold their shape and the liquid has thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prep the pork chops. Pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Set up your breading station. In one shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and Dijon mustard. In another shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat the chops. Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Then press it into the panko mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Place breaded chops on a plate.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
  6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Place pork chops in a single layer, not touching. Spray the tops lightly with oil. Cook at 400°F for 8 minutes, then flip, spray the other side, and cook for another 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  7. Let the pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve with warm apple chutney spooned over the top or on the side.

Notes

For best results, dry pork chops thoroughly before breading. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F. Chutney can be made ahead and actually improves in flavor overnight.

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