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Air Fryer Pre-Seared Thick Pork Chop Recipe | Easy Recipe Journey

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Air Fryer Pre-Seared Thick Pork Chop

Name: Air Fryer Pre-Seared Thick Pork Chop
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pork chop, 1 1/2 inches thick, bone-in or boneless, already seared; Kosher salt and black pepper, as needed; Optional: garlic powder, smoked paprika, or dried thyme; A very light coating of oil, only if the surface looks dry

A fast air-fryer method for finishing a thick, already-seared pork chop to a juicy 145F without overcooking the crust. Rest it briefly and, if you like, spoon over the quick Dijon-maple pan sauce.

Prep

5 minutes

Cook

12-16 minutes

Total

25 minutes

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1
Preheat: Heat the air fryer to 350°F for 3-5 minutes.
2
Prepare: Pat the pre-seared chop dry. Season lightly; the seared exterior may already be well seasoned.
3
Air fry: Cook for 12-16 minutes total, flipping after 6-8 minutes.
4
Check early: Begin checking the center with an instant-read thermometer at 10-12 minutes. Insert from the side into the thickest part, avoiding the bone.
5
Pull and rest: Remove at 140-143°F and rest 5-10 minutes. Carryover heat should bring it close to 145°F.

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