Air Fried Pork Cutlets

Air fried breaded pork cutlets are a flavorful and crispy recipe that combines thin cut pork chops, savory breadcrumbs, and aromatic spices. This dish is has a long history of being a beloved comfort food. The recipe involves dredging the pork chops in a mixture of flour, egg, and breadcrumbs before air frying them to perfection, creating a crispy and flavorful exterior while keeping the meat tender and moist.

The ingredients used in this recipe, such as pork, flour, and breadcrumbs, have been staples for centuries. The technique of air frying is a modern twist on the traditional method of deep-frying, providing a healthier alternative without sacrificing flavor or texture. Overall, this recipe is a classic comfort food that brings together the flavors of the past with the convenience of the present

MeatPorkItalianAir Fry

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Total Time: 20 min

Yield: 4 servings

Air fried pork chops with melted mozzarella and marinara sauce.

Ingredients

  • 4 thin cut pork loin chops
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup sifted flour
  • Bread crumbs
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Meat tenderizer

Instructions

Setup

  1. 1.
    Mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika on a plate.
  2. 2.
    Beat the egg in a shallow bowl.
  3. 3.
    Mix breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, & pepper onto a second plate
  4. 4.
    Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.

Prep

  1. 5.
    Tenderize the pork chops.
  2. 6.
    Dredge each pork chop in the flour mix and shake off the excess flour.
  3. 7.
    Bathe the dusted pork chop in the egg.
  4. 8.
    Dip the coated pork chop in the breadcrumbs and cover.
  5. 9.
    Repeat the breading process for each pork chop.

Fry

  1. 10.
    Spray the breaded pork chops on all sides with oil.
  2. 11.
    Arrange the pork chops in the air fryer basket.
  3. 12.
    Air fry for 8 minutes at 375°F.