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Published: Mar 8, 2021 · by: jenniferbanz

Keto Pork Chops - Crispy Crunchy Breading!

You will love these easy keto pork chops. They are breaded in a pork rind crust and you will not believe how crispy they get! These keto pork chops can be made in the air fryer or the oven and they are zero net carbs!

keto pork chops

These keto Pork Chops are similar to my pork rind chicken nuggets.  I used the same simple breading recipe for both because it is so easy to make and super delicious!

For this recipe I used 2 inch thick pork chops because that is what comes in my Butcher Box subscription.  These take about 18-20 minutes to cook.  If your pork chops are thinner, you would cook them for a shorter time.  1 inch pork chops take about 12 minutes.

Pork Rind "Breading" - Super crispy and zero net carbs!

To start this easy pork chop recipe, we need to get our breading station ready.   This involves finely crushing the pork rinds in the food processor, adding the seasonings, and beating 2 eggs.

The seasonings in the pork rind breading are salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.  The pork rinds crush up in seconds in the food processor and then we mix in the seasonings and put them in a shallow bowl or plate.

The ingredients amounts are in the recipe card below.

Now we just coat each pork chop in the beaten egg, coat them in the crushed pork rinds, and put them in the air fryer or on a sheet tray.  Easy peasy!

breading pork chops with pork rinds

How long to cook the pork chops?

Place each one in the air fryer and we're going to cook these for 10 minutes on each side at 400F.

My pork chops were thick so if yours are thinner, they would need less time.

They come out super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.  You are going to love how easy this air fryer pork chops recipe is!

The Air fryer is my new favorite cooking appliance!  Check out my other air fryer recipes:

  • Air fryer pork tenderloin
  • 4 easy air fryer recipes for beginners
  • air fryer stuffed mushrooms
  • air fryer bang bang shrimp
air fryer pork chops

Keto Pork Chops - Super Crispy!

You will love these easy and crispy keto pork chops. They are breaded in a pork rind crust and you will not believe how crispy they get!
4.92 from 23 votes
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 301kcal
Author: Jennifer Banz

Ingredients

  • 4 1-2 inch thick boneless pork chops
  • 1 3 ounce Bag pork rinds, crushed in the food processor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion powder
  • 2 large Eggs, beaten

Equipment

  • Air Fryer (Here's the air fryer I like best on Amazon)

Instructions

  • In a shallow bowl, mix the crushed pork rinds with the seasonings.  In a separate shallow bowl, add in the beaten eggs.  One at a time, coat the pork chops in the egg, then in the pork rind mixture.  Place the breaded pork chops in the air fryer.
  • For 1 inch pork chops, set the air fryer at 400F for 12 minutes and flip half way through.  For 2 inch thick pork chops, set the air fryer for 20 minutes and cook half way through.  Pork chops are done when an internal temperature thermometer reads 145-160F. 

Oven Instructions

  • Place the breaded pork chops on a sheet tray and bake in a 425F oven for 15 minutes on each side or until an internal meat thermometer reads 145F.

Jennifer's tips

Here is the Air Fryer I have: https://amzn.to/2M6vrXf
Nutrition is for a 4 ounce pork chop and ¼th of the breading
Servings: 4

Nutrition per serving

Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g

Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

Watch how to make it

Keyword :gluten free, recipe for keto pork chops

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  1. Susan says

    February 08, 2023 at 7:53 pm

    5 stars
    ABSOLUTELY wonderful! I added a 1/2 tsp of celery seeds but otherwise followed the recipe and we were blown away by the flavour and the superb crispy texture!
    THANKS for the perfect keto 'breaded' pork chop recipe!

    Reply
  2. Kay says

    September 06, 2022 at 5:18 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight in my air fryer. It was delicious. Pork chops were so juicy. Definitely a keeper! Thanks Jennifer!

    Reply
  3. BB says

    August 22, 2022 at 5:57 pm

    5 stars
    I used Tabasco flavored pork rinds because that is what I had on hand. Turned out great!

    Reply
  4. Angela says

    June 07, 2022 at 7:02 pm

    5 stars
    This one's a keeper! So moist, tender, and crispy. Thank you for sharing this recipe, Jennifer!!!

    Reply
  5. Peggy says

    May 19, 2022 at 1:33 pm

    Can you store left over crushed pork rinds

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      May 25, 2022 at 9:03 am

      Yes in an airtight container.

      Reply
  6. Nora says

    April 18, 2022 at 8:14 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight and it turned out amazing, a new favorite in my home thanks for sharing

    Reply
  7. Mare says

    March 09, 2022 at 7:18 am

    5 stars
    Fantastic recipe! I made these in my air fryer, and they came out so flavorful and crispy. This dish has made it into the dinner options rotation in my house!

    Reply
  8. yiayia says

    September 20, 2021 at 10:46 am

    5 stars
    Delicious.......can't wait to try pork chop recipe! Thank You

    Reply
  9. Dina F says

    May 20, 2021 at 3:52 pm

    5 stars
    I made this in the oven and it was so delicious. A big hit with the family!

    Reply
  10. Shirley says

    April 20, 2021 at 7:00 am

    5 stars
    I just got a new air fryer and can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
  11. Justin says

    February 28, 2021 at 9:59 am

    Any reason why when making these, we can never get the entire outside crispy as described? It always seems to have spots that are mushy towards the center, crispy towards the edges. Any advice would definitely be appreciated!

    Reply
  12. Amber says

    January 20, 2021 at 9:17 am

    How much of each seasoning???

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      January 22, 2021 at 12:07 pm

      The amounts are in the recipe card above

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 18, 2021 at 9:08 pm

        Have you tried them in the oven? Are they as crispy? I have an air fryer but I need to cook 6 pork chops at a time.

      • jenniferbanz says

        April 21, 2021 at 10:40 am

        I haven't tried it in the oven! Let me know your results if you try it.

  13. Jeanette Gainer says

    January 10, 2021 at 9:17 am

    Do you spray them with an oil before air frying?

    Reply
    • Mia says

      March 02, 2023 at 2:55 pm

      I would definitely spray with either avocado or olive oil.

      Reply
  14. Kathleen Terry says

    November 16, 2020 at 5:04 pm

    5 stars
    Awesome recipe! Husband loved it!

    Reply
  15. Amy says

    November 14, 2020 at 4:13 am

    I thought eggs have carb. Do you not need to count the carbs if it's just for breading?

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      November 16, 2020 at 1:07 pm

      It would be less than 1 carb for the whole recipe

      Reply
  16. Kelly says

    September 08, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    5 stars
    These are delicious! First time using my air fryer and they turned out great!

    Reply
  17. Krisanne says

    September 05, 2020 at 2:57 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe thanks so much Jennifer, have done a few of your recipes and never disappoint , tagged you on Instagram cheers

    Reply
  18. Ashley says

    August 29, 2020 at 2:44 pm

    Can the pork chops be bone-in? Or do they have to be boneless to cook in the air fryer? Thanks!

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      August 31, 2020 at 9:07 am

      They can be bone in, they will just take longer to cook

      Reply
  19. De says

    July 30, 2020 at 6:33 pm

    5 stars
    Easy recipe! Came out perfect and juicy! Pork rinds are a perfect substitute and compliment!

    Reply
  20. Sherry says

    April 29, 2020 at 1:55 pm

    5 stars
    OMG!!! This is hands down the best recipe. Nice color, crispy on outside and juicy inside. Thanks for sharing. This one’s a keeper.

    Reply
  21. Michelle says

    October 27, 2019 at 7:45 pm

    I just got my air fryer this weekend and this was the first thing I tried. Used bread crumbs instead of pork rinds and the thick cut boneless chops. SO GOOD! Very tender and moist. Will definitely make these again and everyone needs an air fryer!

    Reply
  22. Ginny says

    September 15, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    5 stars
    This is a wonderful recipe!
    Loved it! 5 Stars all the way!
    Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  23. Carol says

    June 20, 2019 at 3:06 pm

    5 stars
    A new family favorite!!!

    Reply
  24. Karen says

    June 10, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    The recipe calls for 1/2” thick pork chops, but gives cooking times for 1” and 2” pork chops. How long would you cook the 1/2” ones?

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      June 13, 2019 at 7:01 pm

      The recipe calls for 1 to 2 inch thick pork chops

      Reply
  25. Colleen says

    April 09, 2019 at 11:17 am

    These pork chops are amazingly wonderful!!

    Reply
  26. Christine says

    March 01, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    This sounds great. Just watched your YT video.; thanks for the simplicity.
    I’m going to purchase one soon and have a question for you and your subscribers.
    I heard you can layer food so you can prepare an entire meal. Is this true? I realize it would require some racks.
    Thanks

    Reply
  27. Jennifer Deal says

    February 25, 2019 at 7:28 am

    5 stars
    Tried for first time last night. My husband was sceptical, but said they were amazing. He even mentioned this recipe would be good for other meats too. Going to make again ? thanks.

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      February 26, 2019 at 5:02 pm

      Yes, it would be good for other meats...so glad you liked it!

      Reply
  28. Amy says

    February 19, 2019 at 6:13 am

    I have a nuwave air fryer,at what watts do you cook these at?

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      February 19, 2019 at 2:59 pm

      I use a Nuwave as well

      Reply
    • Amy says

      November 02, 2022 at 6:56 am

      Wattage is listed on your air fryer. Cook chops at 400*F

      Reply
  29. Leslie Lawrence says

    January 20, 2019 at 9:19 am

    I am making tonight. Any suggestions for sides?

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      January 20, 2019 at 9:26 am

      I usually make something with cauliflower...riced, cheesy, mashed. Or just a salad

      Reply
  30. Karen says

    January 18, 2019 at 10:59 am

    Can you do this recipe with Chicken thighs? If so, what is the recommended cook time?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      January 18, 2019 at 12:06 pm

      If they are bone in chicken thighs, they will probably require the same amount of time (20 minutes). Be sure to check for a safe temp and cook longer if needed.

      Reply
  31. Ivy says

    January 18, 2019 at 10:21 am

    Hi Jen, how do you think this could adapted for those without an airfryer? Plain ole oil in a skillet or baked in the oven at the same specs? Or what do you think?

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      January 18, 2019 at 12:07 pm

      I would bake them in the oven at 400F for 20 minutes if they are 2 inches thick. Check for a safe temp with a meat thermometer and cook longer if needed

      Reply
  32. Paul McBride says

    January 17, 2019 at 11:32 am

    Can you prep the porkchop with the coating early in the day and cook later
    Thanks Paul

    Reply
    • jenniferbanz says

      January 17, 2019 at 3:11 pm

      I am thinking that would make the coating soggy but if you try it let me know how it works out!

      Reply

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