Air Fryer Paleo Pork Chops with Roasted Apples are a quick and easy weeknight meal that's both healthy and delicious. The pork chops are seasoned with a simple blend of olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper, and then cooked in the air fryer until cooked through. The apples are tossed with honey and then roasted in the air fryer until tender and slightly caramelized. The combination of the juicy pork chops and the sweet and tangy apples is irresistible.
Pork chops and apples are a classic combination, and this recipe is a modern twist on that classic. The air fryer cooks the pork chops quickly and evenly, and the roasted apples add a touch of sweetness and acidity. This recipe is also Paleo-friendly, so it's a great option for those who are following a Paleo diet.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
4 pork chops (1-inch thick)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 apples, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Season the pork chops with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Place the pork chops in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
While the pork chops are cooking, toss the apples with honey.
After the pork chops are cooked, add the apples to the air fryer basket.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized.
Serve the pork chops with the roasted apples.
Why It Works
The air fryer cooks the pork chops quickly and evenly, resulting in juicy and tender pork chops.
The roasted apples add a touch of sweetness and acidity to the pork chops, which complements the savory flavor of the pork.
This recipe is Paleo-friendly, so it's a great option for those who are following a Paleo diet.