Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chop “Fried” with Pork Rinds

 

What You'll Need

 

• Bone-in pork chops
• 1 bag plain pork rinds (chicharrones)
• 2–3 tablespoons Pam's Prep No Salt Seasoning
• 2 eggs, well beaten
• 1 tablespoon water
• Avocado cooking oil spray

 

How to Make It

 

1. Prepare the Coating:

• In a food processor or blender, grind pork rinds until very fine.

 

2. Season the Pork:

• Rinse the pork chops and pat dry with paper towels.
• Rub 1-2 tablespoons Pam’s Prep No Salt Seasoning on the pork chops
  

 

3. Coat the Pork Chops:

• Mix eggs with water and 1 tbsp of Pam’s Prep No Salt Seasoning  in a bowl.
• Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, then coat with ground pork rinds.
• Set aside.

 

4. Air Fry:

• Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
• Spray the basket with cooking oil.
• Spray one side of each pork chop with oil and place in the air fryer, non-sprayed side down.
• Cook in a single layer (do not overcrowd), working in batches if needed.
• Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

 

5. Rest & Serve:

• Remove pork chops when they reach 140°F internal temperature.
• Let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving. ENJOY!

 

Note: Pork chops will continue to cook while resting and reach the recommended internal temperature of 145°F.

 

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