Description
Succulent air fryer pork chop bites deliver crispy, golden morsels perfect for snacking or sharing. Herbed seasoning and quick cooking ensure juicy, tender results that will delight guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound boneless thick-cut pork chops (454 grams)
Seasoning Blend:
- 1.5 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- Chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Transform thick-cut boneless pork chops into uniform, bite-sized morsels using a sharp knife, ensuring consistent cooking and appealing presentation.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend by combining olive oil with Montreal steak seasoning, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Thoroughly coat each pork piece, massaging the mixture to enhance absorption.
- Activate the air fryer at 400°F for precisely 5 minutes, then lightly mist the basket with olive oil spray to prevent potential adhesion.
- Arrange pork bites in a single, spacious layer within the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to guarantee optimal circulation and crispy exterior.
- Initiate air frying for 6-8 minutes, executing a mid-cycle basket shake to promote even browning. Monitor internal temperature, aiming for a safe 145°F to ensure juicy, perfectly cooked meat.
- Upon completion, luxuriously drench the golden-brown pork bites in melted butter, allowing each morsel to absorb the rich, velvety coating.
- Plate immediately, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish that elevates the dish’s visual and flavor profile.
Notes
- Cutting Technique Use a sharp knife and cut pork chops into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Seasoning Strategy Mix dry spices thoroughly before adding oil to create a perfect flavor-coating blend that adheres evenly to meat pieces.
- Low-Carb Adaptation Skip brown sugar for a keto-friendly version, replacing it with a sugar-free alternative or omitting entirely without compromising taste.
- Moisture Preservation Avoid overcrowding air fryer basket to prevent steaming, which helps achieve crispy exterior and juicy interior of pork bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg