Juicy Bone-In Pork Chops in Air Fryer With Honey Mustard Glaze

These juicy bone-in pork chops in the air fryer make an easy weeknight dinner with a sweet, tangy honey mustard glaze. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C), then cook 1-inch-thick chops for approximately 11 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway through. The high heat browns the outside while keeping the center tender—no stovetop searing required.

Ingredients

• 2 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

How To Make It

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 3 to 5 minutes. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels so they brown instead of steam.

1. Rub both sides of the chops with olive oil. Combine the salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, then sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the pork.

1. In a small bowl, stir together the Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, and thyme. Divide the glaze between two small bowls, reserving one portion for the final brushing.

1. Arrange the chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving room around each one for airflow. Air fry for 6 to 7 minutes.

1. Flip the pork chops and brush them with the first portion of honey mustard glaze. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, brushing with the reserved clean glaze during the final 1 to 2 minutes.

1. Check the thickest part of each chop with an instant-read thermometer, avoiding the bone. Remove the pork when it reaches 145°F (63°C), then rest it for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

Cooking time depends on chop thickness and your air fryer model. Begin checking thinner chops early; chops thicker than 1 inch may need a few extra minutes.

Do not crowd the basket. Cook in batches if necessary so the hot air can circulate and brown the edges.

Because honey can darken quickly, add the glaze after flipping rather than at the beginning. For extra sauce, mix a separate batch and serve it at the table—never reuse glaze that has touched raw pork.

Serve these glossy honey mustard pork chops with air-fried green beans, roasted potatoes, or a crisp salad for a fast, satisfying meal.