Air-Fried Breaded Pork Chops
Air-fried breaded pork chops with mashed potatoes and green beans is a wholesome, family-friendly dinner. It features juicy chops with a golden crust, smooth mashed potatoes, and fresh green beans.
Ingredients
For Pork Chops:
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
For Mashed Potatoes:
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk (warm)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Green Beans:
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Pork Chops:
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip pork chops in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray and place chops inside.
- Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
Mashed Potatoes:
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Green Beans:
- Steam or sauté green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 5–7 minutes.
Notes
- Use bone-in chops for more flavour if preferred.
- Panko breadcrumbs make chops extra crispy.
- Add roasted garlic to mashed potatoes for depth.
- Steam green beans lightly to retain crunch.
- Ensure pork reaches 145°F (63°C) for safe cooking.