Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chop Bites (Print version)
Juicy pork chop cubes coated in seasoned panko and air fried until crisp, golden, and ready in about 25 minutes.
# Ingredients:
For the pork
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless pork chops, about 3/4 to 1 inch thick
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the coating
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1/3 cup (42 g) all-purpose flour
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
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1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
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1/3 cup (30 g) finely grated parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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Olive oil spray or avocado oil spray
For serving
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Honey mustard, ranch, barbecue sauce, or lemon wedges
# Instructions:
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Trim excess fat from the pork chops, pat them dry, and cut into 1-inch pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a second bowl, beat the egg with water. In a third bowl, mix panko, parmesan, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne if using.
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Dredge each pork piece in flour, dip in egg, then press into the panko mixture until evenly coated. Set the coated pieces on a plate or tray.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with oil.
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Arrange the pork bites in a single layer with space between them. Spray the tops with oil. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and the center reaches 145°F.
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Transfer the bites to a plate and rest for 3 minutes. Serve hot with honey mustard, ranch, barbecue sauce, or lemon wedges.
# Good to know:
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Cook in batches if the basket is crowded.
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Use an instant-read thermometer for the juiciest pork.
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Best served right after air frying.