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    Home » Low Carb » Air Fryer Pork Chops – Keto Recipe

    Published: Nov 10, 2019 by Carolyn

    Air Fryer Pork Chops – Keto Recipe

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    Keto pork chops made extra easy and delicious in the air fryer. Top them with brown butter and crispy sage leaves for an out-of-this-world low carb meal.

    Perfectly browned air fryer pork chops in a brown butter sauce on a marble tabletop.

    I’m just going to go ahead and call these what they are: the best dang air fryer pork chops ever.

    How dare I be so bold? Well, I’ve made these keto pork chops 3 times in the last month and I just pulled out some chops so that I can make them again tonight. They are so good, and so easy, and only have 3 basic ingredients. You’d think they are almost too simple to be any good!

    But over time, I’ve come to realize that the simplest recipes can be the best. This is particularly true of keto dinner recipes, where fussy methods and time consuming steps don’t always make for a meal that tastes any better. As long as you are starting out with high quality ingredients, a straightforward approach is all you need to bring out the best flavors.

    And believe me, there is nothing more straightforward and more delicious than these Air Fryer Pork Chops with Brown Butter and Sage. You will be putting this one into heavy rotation, just as I have.

    Keto pork chops cooked in the air fryer tray.

    Cooking Pork Chops in the Air Fryer

    Air fryer pork chops come out astonishingly well, but you do have to take some precautions so that they stay juicy and don’t dry out. You want them to brown nicely on the outsides too. I’ve found a few factors that contribute to the best air fried pork chops.

    First and foremost, start with good quality chops with a nice rind of fat on them. It doesn’t actually matter if they are bone-in or boneless, as I’ve made this recipe with both, but they should be 1 to 1 ¼ inch thick. Any thinner and they will dry out before they brown. Any thicker, and you will have trouble getting them to cook through. (And goodness knows you do not want to be eating undercooked pork!).

    Top down photo of keto air fryer pork chops on a black plate with a sprig of sage on top.

    Many grocery stores will trim most of the fat off pork chops, particularly boneless chops. Avoid avoid avoid! Go straight to your meat counter and have the butcher cut them for you. Better yet, do what I do and order the fantastic pasture-raised pork from Crowd Cow. It’s phenomenal and worth every penny, and one of their farms, Deck Family Farm, is an Oregon farm that sells their amazing meats at my local farmer’s market. I load up every summer).

    FYI, I am an affiliate for Crowd Cow but only because I discovered them on my own and have ordered from them multiple times. I like it so much, I decided I wanted to share it with my readers.

    Brushing the chops with melted butter helps them brown a little better in the air fryer. Then you simply season and cook at 400F. You will want to flip the pork chops once halfway through, to allow both sides to brown nicely.

    Be sure to have an instant read thermometer on hand too, because you do not want these air fryer pork chops to go above 140F. Depending on their thickness and whether or not they have the bone, you will want to test them at 16 to 18 minutes or so.

    Keto pork chop on a plate with Brussels sprouts and delicata squash. A spoonful of brown butter sauce being poured over the pork chop.

    What to serve with air fryer pork chops?

    You could serve your perfectly cooked pork chops as is and be happy. But the simple brown butter sage sauce I created takes a tasty recipe and makes it absolutely divine. And so very keto-friendly, coming in at less than 1g total carbs per serving.

    But if you want something else, I have plenty of other suggestions. You could make a creamy mushroom sauce, or top them with a roasted poblano sauce for a southwestern flair. Or you could brush them with the my easy and delicious sugar-free BBQ sauce.

    What about sides? Oh my, the possibilities! I paired mine with some caramelized Brussels sprouts. But they would also be amazing with this cheddar and sour cream mashed cauliflower, or some cauliflower risotto. Really, any good keto side dish would do.

    A keto pork chop on a grey plate with squash and Brussels sprouts.

    What if you don’t have an air fryer?

    Not to worry, you can still enjoy these keto pork chops with brown butter and sage. Simply follow the pan-frying instructions I give for my Smothered Pork Chops recipe, and then simply make the butter sauce while the chops are resting.

    It’s a little more labor intensive but still a fantastic way to cook pork chops.

    So who’s hungry?

    Air Fryer Pork Chops with Brown Butter and Sage

    Keto pork chops made extra easy and delicious in the air fryer. Top them with brown butter and crispy sage leaves for an out-of-this-world low carb meal.
    4.91 from 11 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: air fryer pork chops, keto pork chops recipe
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 485kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 4 medium boneless pork chops *see recipe notes
    • 6 tablespoon butter divided
    • Salt and pepper
    • 3 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

    Instructions

    • Pat the pork chops dry. Melt one tablespoon of the butter and brush over both sides of the chops. Then sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
    • Place the chops on the air fryer rack and cook at 400F for 10 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 8 to 10 minutes, until the chops register 140F on an instant read thermometer. Remove to a platter and tent with foil.
    • Place the remaining butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Let melt and then continue to cook until the butter become a rich amber brown, about 4 minutes. Watch it carefully to avoid burning.
    • Remove from heat and immediately add the chopped sage. It will sizzle and crisp in the hot butter.
    • Serve the pork chops with the browned butter and sage spooned over top.

    Notes

    I’ve actually done this with both boneless and bone-in chops, and both work well. Get chops that are a 1 inch thick, with a nice rind of fat on them. Bone-in chops can sometimes be a lot bigger, so two of them might be enough to serve 4 people. Bone-in chops also take a little longer to cook.
    The chops you see featured in this recipe are about ½ pound each before cooking, with no bone. 
    Nutrition Facts
    Air Fryer Pork Chops with Brown Butter and Sage
    Amount Per Serving (1 chop)
    Calories 485 Calories from Fat 275
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 30.5g47%
    Carbohydrates 0.7g0%
    Protein 46.7g93%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Beverly says

      May 03, 2020 at 7:10 am

      5 stars
      I made these last night. So delish! I had bone in thinner chops and they were amazing.
      Thank you for a lovely recipe!!

      Reply
    2. Lori Kaumans says

      February 04, 2020 at 2:17 pm

      I want to try this recipe but I haven’t had great luck yet with my air fryer so I’m a little nervous about it. The chops I have are boneless and probably about 1 1/2″ thick. Would you cook them a little longer at that thickness? I struggle with both pork chops and air fryers. Haha!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 04, 2020 at 4:17 pm

        Do you have an instant read thermometer? That will help a lot.

        Reply
    3. Lindsay says

      January 23, 2020 at 11:31 am

      Made these and LOVED them, and so did my daughter and husband. I have an airfryer “newb” question…I have the Ninja Foodi (pressure cooker /airfryer combo), and my airfryer basket could only accommodate 3 chops in one layer with a smidgen of room between each. Is there a trick or accessory where I could make two “levels” or layers so I could air fry more than 3 at once? There were only 3 of us eating the night I made this, but we typically have 4!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        January 23, 2020 at 5:00 pm

        Hi Lindsay, I have the big square Cuisinart air fryer so I have no experience here. I bet you might find some good tutorials on the Ninja Foodie.

        Reply
    4. Tracy says

      January 21, 2020 at 6:47 pm

      4 stars
      Tasted divine! But my chops didn’t get as crispy as your photo looks. Any recommendations?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        January 21, 2020 at 6:58 pm

        Well could be your air fryer and/or your chops. Did you brush on the butter before air frying? That helps brown them a lot.

        Reply
    5. Tonya says

      January 18, 2020 at 7:17 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you Carolyn! This was a delicious dinner and so quick and easy. I’ve tried many of your recipes and all have been amazing. I so appreciate your talents.

      Reply
    6. neejee says

      January 01, 2020 at 3:31 pm

      Just got the Cuisinart Airflyer for Xmas (Based on your rec) and this will be my first recipe. In reading about the air fryer, it seems that where you put something in the airfryer matters (ie upper or lower rack.). Where should these go in the airfryer? I’m guessing upper but thought I’d confirm. Thanks!!! PS I live in Oregon as well and will contact that local farm for my future meat. Thanks for the recommendation!!!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        January 01, 2020 at 4:18 pm

        Hi there… I usually put the rack on the middle setting. This puts the meat close to the top element and so it browns nicely on the outside without overcooking the centre. And definitely check out Deck Family Farms and Tails and Trotters for really good pasture raised pork!

        Reply
      • Marilyn Edmonds says

        January 09, 2020 at 8:32 am

        Hi. There are several Cuisinart Air fryers. Which model do you recommend? Thanks
        Marilyn Edmonds

        Reply
        • Carolyn says

          January 09, 2020 at 11:07 am

          This is the one I have and it’s multi-functional. We love it and use it daily! https://amzn.to/37RFrx7

          Reply
    7. Rachael Yerkes says

      December 09, 2019 at 10:15 am

      5 stars
      These are delicious!

      Reply
    8. Stephanie says

      November 21, 2019 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      These were better than any pork chops I’ve ever had! Such a great recipe.

      Reply
    9. Betsy says

      November 21, 2019 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      Wow! That browned butter and fresh sage really make a difference! These taste incredible!! Yum!

      Reply
    10. Katie says

      November 21, 2019 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      Never used an air fryer for pork chops before! Excited to try this recipe, looks so tasty!

      Reply
    11. Kristyn says

      November 21, 2019 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      Pork chops are the best! I haven’t tried making them in the air fryer, but I am excited to! These look perfect!

      Reply
    12. Taylor says

      November 21, 2019 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Trying this ASAP! Haven’t made pork chops in the air fryer yet and these look fabulous!

      Reply

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