Air Fryer Pork Chop Bites
Juicy air fryer pork chop bites with crispy caramelized edges and garlic paprika seasoning — a fast 13-minute dinner for busy weeknights.
Quick Facts
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 20–22 minutes
Ingredients
1 ½ lb boneless pork chops, cut into 1-inch bites
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper, optional
1 teaspoon brown sugar, optional, for deeper caramelized edges
Cooking spray, for the air fryer basket
Directions
1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, then cut them into even 1-inch bite-size pieces.
2. Add the pork bites to a bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and brown sugar if using.
3. Toss well until every piece is coated with seasoning.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
5. Place the pork bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed.
6. Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the pork bites are browned on the edges and cooked through.
7. Let the pork rest for 2 minutes before serving so the juices stay inside.
Notes / Tips
Do not overcrowd the basket; the pork bites need airflow to brown well.
Cut the pork into similar-size pieces so they cook evenly.
Pat the pork dry before seasoning for better caramelized edges.
Use boneless pork chops, not bone-in chops, for this bite-size recipe.
For best texture, pull the pork as soon as it reaches 145°F inside, then let it rest.
Variations
Add a pinch of brown sugar to the seasoning for deeper caramelized edges.
Add ranch seasoning for a quick family-friendly flavor.
Toss the cooked pork bites with a little garlic butter before serving.
Add extra cayenne or chili powder for a spicy version.
Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, potatoes, salad, or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 310
Protein: 36 g
Fat: 17 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 430 mg
Approximate nutrition per serving, without extra sides or dipping sauce.
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