Air fryer shake and bake pork chops have that perfect restaurant-style crunch, and are juicy and tender inside. Air frying gives you golden brown, juicy and flavorful pork chops all while still being health conscious.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
When you air fry Shake and Bake pork chops, they turn out juicy yet crunchy pork chops will delight everyone at your dinner table. They are ready to put on your table in about 20 minutes, and you have no stove top oil splatters to clean up! You will love how easy and simple it is to air fry Shake and Bake pork chops!
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Ingredients
You will want some thin cut pork chops, and a package of Shake n Bake for pork chops. One packet of coating will be enough for about 4 large pork chops that are about ¾" - 1" thick.
- Pork Chops - Four ¾" - 1" thick bone in, or boneless pork chops.
- Shake n Bake - get the Pork seasoned or Panko flavor variety. Panko Shake n Bake makes an even crispier air fried pork chop.
- Olive Oil
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Air Fry Shake and Bake Pork Chops
Most basket type of air fryers don't have a preheat setting, and preheating is optional. If you have a drop down door or swing door style of air fryer, go ahead and preheat it to 400F. For a basket air fryer, must turn it on for 2 minutes before using.
Wash and Pat Dry Pork Chops
- Rinse the pork chops after removing them from the package. This insures there are no loose bone fragments from when the butcher cut them. Pat them lightly with some paper towels.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Coat Pork Chops with Shake and Bake
- Empty an envelope of the Shake and Bake into a shallow bowl.
- Brush some olive oil lightly on each side of the pork chops.
- Place each pork chop in the bowl of Shake and Bake, turning to coat both sides. Repeat for all four pork chops.
PRO TIP: Using a shallow bowl for coating the pork chops ensures a more even coating on both sides. Shake n Bake comes with a plastic bag also though, and you can place the pork chops individually in the bag and shake to coat instead, if you prefer.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Air Fry Shake and Bake Pork Chops
- Place the coated pork chops on the basket rack of the air fryer, and air fry at 400F for 12 to 15 minutes, turning the chops after 7 minutes.
PRO TIP: For super crispy Shake n Bake pork chops, make sure to brush the patted dry pork chops with olive oil. Also, press the coating mixture on the meat when coating each side. Gently place on the air fryer basket in a single layer so that there is convection flow of hot air all round each pork chop.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How Long Do You Cook Shake n Bake Pork Chops In the Air Fryer?
- The pork chops are cooked when your thermometer registers 145F and the juices run clear. A ThermoPro or similar prong thermometer makes it easy to check!
- Transfer the air fryer Shake and Bake pork chops from the air fryer to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. See below for some great serving ideas to go with these scrumptious pork chops.
PRO TIP: For Shake n Bake pork chops over 1" thick, add one extra minute to each side when air frying. Check with the ThermoPro thermometer before taking them out to serve also.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Serving Suggestions
Mashed potatoes are a must with pork chops, and these air fryer Shake and Bake pork chops are no exception. For fast, see our Bob Evan's Mashed Potatoes. They're made in the Instant Pot and simply amazing!
You can also serve our Chimichurri Rice, as well as Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus for a plate that looks and tastes better than at the restaurant!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Substitutions and Variations
You can use boneless or bone in pork chops when you air fry these pork chops. Not only that, but you can use other meats. Here are a few scrumptious variations using air fryer Shake and Bake pork chops recipe as a base:
- Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken - Yes, the Pork seasoning packet is delish on pieces of chicken breast and air fried! Just slice the chicken breast horizontally to thin them out if they are super thick.
- Air Fryer Shake and Bake Fish - Try pieces of cod for Fish & Chips style crisp pieces of fish. Don't for get to air fry some crinkle fries along with the fish too.
No Air Fryer? No Problem. You can still make crispy Shake n Bake pork chops using your conventional oven. Bake the coated pork chops on an ungreased or foil-covered rimmed baking sheet at 425F for 20 minutes, or until done (minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees F for pork chops). Let chops stand 5 min before serving.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of types of air fryers and equipment when making this recipe.
- Nuwave Air Fryer 15 quart
- Nuwave 6 quart Air Fryer
- Gourmia Digital Air Fryer 6 quart
- ThermoPro Thermometer
Storage
Store any left over air fryer pork chops in a covered container. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat these pork chops, pop back in the air fryer at 350F for about 5 minutes. They will be heated and still crispy.
Tips for Success
- Lightly brush the olive oil on the rinsed and patted dry pork chops. This ensures the Shake and Bake coating sticks.
- Don't over lap the breaded pork chops in the air fryer, keep them in a single layer.
- Be sure to use a thermometer to make sure the internal temperature of the pork chops has reached 145F, you don't want to consume under cooked pork.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your pork chops are tough, it is probably because you overcooked them. Use the ThermoPro thermometer to insure you remove the chops when they reach 145F.
Bone-in pork chops have more flavor because they are fattier. Boneless are firm, and can be easily overcooked.
Yes, you can slice a pork tenderloin into 1" slices, coat with Shake n Bake, and air fry just like making air fryer Shake an Bake pork chops.
The USDA recommends cooking at 375-400 degrees F, with higher temperatures delivering a delicious golden crust. Also, the temperature and cooking variance between air fryers will dictate if you need to lower the temperature from 400F to 375F.
Air Fryer Shake and Bake pork chops are healthier than fried pork chops because you use less oil.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Air Fry Shake and Bake Pork Chops
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork chops bone in or boneless, about ¾" thick
- Shake n Bake Pork Flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil to coat pork chops lightly
Instructions
- Rinse the pork chops after removing them from the package. This insures there are no loose bone fragments from when the butcher cut them. Pat them lightly with some paper towels.1 lb pork chops
- Empty an envelope of the Shake and Bake into a shallow bowl.Shake n Bake
- Brush some olive oil lightly on each side of the pork chops.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Place each pork chop in the bowl of Shake and Bake, turning to coat both sides. Repeat for all four pork chops.PRO TIP: Using a shallow bowl for coating the pork chops ensures a more even coating on both sides.
- Place the coated pork chops on the basket rack of the air fryer, and air fry at 400F for 12 to 15 minutes, turning the chops after 7 minutes.PRO TIP: For super crispy Shake n Bake pork chops, make sure place on the air fryer basket in a single layer so that there is convection flow of hot air all round each pork chop.
- The pork chops are cooked when your thermometer registers 145F and the juices run clear. A ThermoPro or similar prong thermometer makes it easy to check!
- Transfer the air fryer Shake and Bake pork chops from the air fryer to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. See below for some great serving ideas to go with these scrumptious pork chops.PRO TIP: For Shake n Bake pork chops over 1" thick, add one extra minute to each side when air frying. Check with the ThermoPro thermometer before taking them out to serve also.
Notes
- Lightly brush the olive oil on the rinsed and patted dry pork chops. This ensures the Shake and Bake coating sticks.
- Don't over lap the breaded pork chops in the air fryer, keep them in a single layer.
- Be sure to use a thermometer to make sure the internal temperature of the pork chops has reached 145F, you don't want to consume under cooked pork.
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