Pork Chops are quick and easy in the Ninja Foodi! We’ve perfected this recipe via trial and error so that you’ll have perfectly cooked pork chop sin 15 minutes.
You’ll also love our recipe for making pork roast in the ninja foodi.
If you love air frying with your Ninja Foodi, be sure to check out my Ninja Foodi Whole Chicken Recipe and then learn how to make Bacon in the Ninja Foodi.
What You’ll Need
- Pork Chops – This recipe makes 2 boneless pork chops that are thick-cut. More than two pork chops don’t really fit in the Ninja Foodi air fryer basket. If you are cooking for more than two people, air fry your chops in two batches.
- Olive Oil – This helps the seasonings to stick to the meat and gives the outside a golden brown color. Other types of oil can be used as well.
- Minced Onion – I enjoy the texture of dried minced onion, but you can use onion powder if that is what you have.
- Garlic Powder – Why is garlic powder so tasty on everything!?
- Salt and Pepper – I add both to the spice blend for Ninja Foodi pork chops, and I like to sprinkle them with a bit of coarse salt before serving as well.
How to Make These Pork Chops
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F/190°C for 5 minutes on the air fry setting.
- Evenly Coat both sides of the pork chops with a thin layer of olive oil, then sprinkle on the salt, pepper, onion, and garlic powder.
- Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket and cook in the Ninja Foodi on the air fry set, as directed in the recipe below.
- Flip the pork chops over halfway through the cooking time, and continue cooking until the pork chops are done. Check with a thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature is 145°F/63°C.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Preheating is Important: I don’t often recommend pre-heating the air fryer. However, allowing pork chops to slowly come up to temperature with the air fryer can cause them to dry out.
- Adjust the seasonings. Try Italian seasoning, Cajun seasoning, or your favorite blend of herbs and spices on Ninja Foodi pork.
- Be sure to Flip: For an even finish.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: There must be empty space around your food so that the hot air can circulate. Two pork chops fit perfectly in my Ninja Foodi, and I can probably do 3 without an issue. If you want to cook more than 3 pork chops, do them in two separate batches.
How to Serve
Try these with Amish Potato Salad and your favorite steamed veggies.
I also like to serve Air Fryer Pork Chops with Rice and Air Fryer Broccoli.
Growing up, my mom always served pork chops with applesauce. You can make Air Fryer Sweet Apples instead to enjoy the classic pork and apple flavor combination.
Sweet Potatoes go really well with pork chops, and there are many ways to cook sweet potatoes in the air fryer. Make dinner super simple and cook up some Frozen Sweet Potato Fries.
Use leftover pork chops to make Garlic Pork Cauliflower Fried Rice.
How to Store and Reheat
Leftover Ninja Foodi Pork Chops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If properly stored, they will stay fresh for 3-4 days.
Reheat leftover pork chops in the air fryer at 375°F/190°C for 4 or 5 minutes.
More Ninja Foodie Recipes
Ninja Foodi Chicken Wings come out crispy and delicious every time. Enjoy them with a simple seasoning or toss them in your favorite hot sauce.
Chicken Breast air fried in the Ninja Foodi is a go-to easy dinner.
Did you know that you can air-fry salmon? Ninja Foodi Salmon is an easy recipe for a healthy meal.
Have a Different Type of Air Fryer?
This recipe is specifically for air-frying pork chops in a Ninja Foodi Multicooker. We have a few different pork chop recipes you’ll want to look at if you are using a different machine.
Air Fryer Pork Chops (no breading) is a basic pork chop recipe that works in any brand of Air Fryer.
Breaded Air Fryer Pork Chops are a delicious and crispy variation.
While you’re looking at pork recipes, check out how we make Air Fryer Pork Belly and a Pork Loin Roast in the Air Fryer too.
FAQs
Yes. You may need to add a few minutes of cooking time for bone-in chops.
Yep! The air fryer time for thin pork chips is half of what’s called for here. Cook the pork for only 6-8 minutes total in a pre-heated Ninja Foodi, turning once halfway through.
Yes. I suggest that you trim off most of the extra fat on your chops before cooking. Your Ninja Foodi pork chops will still be flavorful and juicy without it, thanks to the delicious spice rub we’re adding.
Just like steak, you should allow pork chops to rest briefly before cutting into them. This rest time lets the juices in the chop redistribute, which keeps the meat juicy and tender.
Just 2-4 minutes of rest time is needed for this Ninja Foodi Pork Chops recipe.
The safe internal temperature for pork chops is 145°F/63°C. When cooking pork chops in the air fryer, or using any other method, you want to be sure that they cook to at least this temperature before serving them. Use an instant-read meat thermometer to test them.
Ninja Foodi Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 2 pork chops boneless, thick cut, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced dried onion or onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 F for five minutes on the air fry setting.
- Coat each pork chop in a thin layer of olive oil and then sprinkle on the spice mix, ensuring that it evenly coats both sides of the pork chops.
- Place both pork chops in the air fryer and cook for 4 minutes at 375 F on the air fry setting.
- Turn the pork chops over and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes, until the internal temperature of the pork is 145°F/63°C.
- Allow chops to rest for 2-4 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover air fryer pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings on this recipe to your preference.
- Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the “Air Fry” function.
- Pro Tip: Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Sometimes air frying is a trial and error process. Check your food as it cooks to learn your air fryer better! When cooking a new recipe or food items be sure to check your food often to help avoid over/under cooking.
Nutrition
I don’t usually leave reviews, but I just had to come here and say my piece. These pork chops were honestly the juiciest I’ve ever tasted! They even beat my favourite restaurant meal hands down! If anyone is reading this before trying the recipe, DO. NOT. CHANGE. ANYTHING! I can’t get over how tasty they were!
Thanks so much!
What a fantastic