When you make stuffed pork chops in the air fryer, the result is a show-stopping dish that no one would believe only took 30 minutes to throw together!
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When I want to impress my family but don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen, the air fryer is my secret weapon. For example, I love making these stuffed pork chops in the air fryer!
They get a beautiful crust on the outside while the tender meat and stovetop stuffing combination make the whole dish unforgettable.
And the best part? They only take about 30 minutes to make!
Whether I’m hosting a dinner party or just making a nice dinner for my family, I can spend the evening enjoying everyone’s company instead of being stuck in the kitchen. How wonderful does that sound?
And if you love stuffed foods, try our Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast, Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers, and Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms recipes!
Here’s what I’m going to teach you in this post:
- How to make air fryer stuffed pork chops
- Fun ideas for stuffing flavors you can try
- How to cook frozen stuffed pork chops in the air fryer
- How to use the air fryer to make premade store bought stuffed pork chops
Stuffed pork chops are the kind of hearty, flavorful meal you never get tired of. And when you see how easy they are to make, you may find yourself inventing special occasions just to have an excuse to cook them again!
How to Cook Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: Prepare the stove top stuffing according to the box directions, then set it aside to cool slightly. This recipe also works great for leftover stuffing!
STEP TWO: In each pork chop, make a horizontal slice almost to the bone to create a pocket.
STEP THREE: Spoon the stuffing mixture into each chop, securing with toothpicks if needed. Season chops with salt and pepper to taste.
STEP FOUR: Preheat the air fryer to 330 degrees F. Spray the inside basket with olive oil spray if your basket tends to stick.
STEP FIVE: Arrange the chops in a single layer, then spray the tops with olive oil spray.
STEP SIX: Cook the stuffed pork chops for 13 minutes. Flip, spray with cooking spray and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chop reads 145 degrees F.
STEP SEVEN: Remove the chops from the air fryer and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Can I Use Boneless Pork Chops Instead?
I like to use bone-in pork chops because I prefer their fuller flavor.
However, if you’d rather use boneless pork chops, you can just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time since bone-in pork chops cook faster than boneless pork chops.
Other Ideas for Stuffing Pork Chops
- Cornbread stuffing
- Apple stuffing
- Spinach stuffing
- Sausage stuffing
- Wild rice stuffing
- Sourdough stuffing
Tips for Making the Best Air Fryer Stuffed Pork Chops
- Use toothpicks to secure the stuffing inside the pork chop so it doesn’t fall out in the air fryer
- Make sure the pork chops are in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Always let your pork chops rest before serving! If you try to slice them too soon before the meat fiber has had a chance to relax and reabsorb the juice, you risk ending up with tougher pork chops.
What Should You Serve with Stuffed Pork Chops?
- Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato
- Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan
- Cranberry Orange Sauce
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Garlic
- Maple Roasted Acorn Squash Slices
- Ritz Cracker Green Bean Casserole
How Do You Tell if Stuffed Pork Chops are Done?
When cooking pork or any other kind of meat, I always recommend using an Instant-Read Meat Thermometer to check the internal temperature. Pork chops are considered safe to eat once the inside has reached 145 degrees F.
The total cooking time will vary based on how thick or thin the chops are. Also, you always want to insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chop.
How to Reheat Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
I love using the air fryer to reheat my leftovers. They taste just as amazing as when they’re fresh! By the way, this method also works for precooked store-bought stuffed pork chops.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees.
- Arrange the chops in a single layer, then spray the tops with olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 5 minutes at 350 degrees F until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chop reads 145 degrees F.
- Allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
How to Cook Frozen Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
- Prepare the stuffing according to box directions, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In each pork chop, make a horizontal slice almost to the bone to create a pocket.
- Spoon the stuffing mixture into each chop, securing with toothpicks if necessary. Season chops with salt and pepper to taste.
- Wrap in plastic wrap, place in a plastic zipper bag, and freeze.
- When ready to cook, preheat the air fryer to 330 degrees F for 5 minutes. Spray the inside basket with olive oil spray.
- Arrange the chops in a single layer, then spray the tops with olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 20 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chop reads 145 degrees F.
- Allow the chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Looking to make frozen pork chops in the air fryer without stuffing? Check out this recipe!
Other Air Fryer Pork Recipes You’ll Love:
- Air Fryer Pork Belly
- Air Fryer Pork Loin
- Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops with Parmesan
- BBQ Air Fryer Pork Steaks
- Fried Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
- Ninja Foodi Pork Chops
- Air Fryer Thin Pork Chops
- Thick Pork Chops in the Air Fryer (Chili Lime Flavor)
- Marinated Pork Tenderloin in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Bone in Pork Chops with Breading
- Air Fryer Ham Steaks
- Air Fryer Bacon
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Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork rib chops 1 1/2 to 2 inches thick
- 3 cups cooked box stuffing you can use homemade instead too
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 330 degrees.
- Cut a pocket in each pork chop by making a horizontal slice almost to the bone.
- Use a spoon to fill chops with stuffing mixture, securing with toothpicks if necessary. I used about 3/4 cups of stuffing per pork chop. Season chops with salt and pepper to taste.
- Arrange your stuffed pork chops in the air fryer in a single layer and cook for 13 minutes, then flip, spray with a little oil, and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes (18 to 19 minutes total). Your pork chops are done when they read 145 degrees at their thickest point.
- Allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
How to Cook Frozen Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer:
1. Preheat your air fryer to 330 degrees. 2. Place the frozen stuffed pork chops in the air fryer and cook for 20 minutes, flip then continue to cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes (25 to 28 minutes total).How to Reheat Stuffed Pork Chops in the Air Fryer:
1. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees. 2. Place your leftover pork chops in the air fryer and cook for about 5 minutes until warmed thoroughly.Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
Love this stuffed pork chops in the air fryer
this came out wonderful!
This looks so delicious! Perfect for dinner!
That was a delicious dinner. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
This pork chop is super tasty and delicious! Fam really loves it, will surely have this again! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Highly recommended!
Could I wrap them in foil and air fry them in the foil?
Hi Alex, yes, you can wrap them in foil, but I’ve found that wrapping them takes longer to cook, so just check them with a meat thermometer before you pull them out!
I have Emeril XL 360 Are instructions the same for stuffed pork chops for this model
Hi George, yes, you can use the same directions! Just keep an eye on the pork chops in the last few minutes using an Instant-Read Thermometer as to not overcook.
Here in the UK, I haven’t seen pre-prepped stuffed chops in stores, but this method looks very simple and appealing. Can’t wait to try it; I prefer cooking in my air fryer for meat dishes. Thinks: I guess you could do something similar by stuffing a large chicken breast.
I am always looking for new things to try in the air fryer and I am so glad I found this one! Delicious.
Thank you for a great recipe. I bought pre made stuffed pork chops, but followed your times and it turned out perfect. I would say 18 minutes would have been just fine, I did 19, but either way it was the right amount of time.
Great recipe, times are perfect
Air fryer have many different settings to choose from do I choose the air fryer setting or the bake setting?
Any recipe that says air fryer in it will use the “air fry” or “air crisp” setting on your air fryer on my website!
Wow, I have just cooked these for Sunday tea, they were lovely, I had to cook them for 5 mins longer (maybe my chops were thicker) but they were so lovely! Thank you, I’ll definitely be doing these again!