Prepare to bite into the most flavorful pork chop you’ll ever have. These air-fryer pork chops are covered in a delicious garlic butter sauce and cooked to perfection in an air-fryer. The result is tender, juicy pork chops that are healthier than conventional fried pork chops and ready in no time.

If you enjoy our recipe for garlic butter pork chops, you should definitely try it in an air fryer. In addition to producing juicy, delicious pork chops, this method is more beneficial than baking in the oven. It has the mouthwatering garlic butter taste you love and an unbeatable texture.

Because of the air-magic fryer’s abilities, every mouthful is juicy and soft. I promise that after you make this dish, you won’t want to do things the same way again.

Best pork chops for air-frying

Want to make the best pork chop ever in your air fryer? You’ll need thick, center-cut chops with the bone in. They take about 12-15 minutes to cook, which gives them the perfect charred outside.

Ensure to get pork chops at least 1.5 to 2 inches thick. Anything thinner won’t be able to stay on the grill long enough to get that charred look. You will not be unhappy with the end result. These pork chops will be a success with their tasty, crispy outside.

Air-Fryer Pork Chops Rub

This delicious air fryer pork chop dish mixes things up! Besides yummy garlic butter, we’re using a delectable rub-spice combination to give it some significant flavor. The best thing, though? To produce the rub, only a few pantry essentials, including brown sugar, paprika, ground mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper. This rub is similar to the one we’ve used in this air-fryer pork tenderloin recipe. 

Just combine these ingredients and spread them liberally over your rinsed, dried, and lightly oiled pork chops. I guarantee that investing the extra time to rinse and dry the pork chops will be worthwhile since it will ensure that the rub sticks to the flesh precisely. Prepare yourself to experience the very best in pork chop excellence!

Garlic Butter for Pork Chops

The garlic butter sauce, however, that I served with the pork chops was what really elevated them to a new level. I made the sauce by melting butter in a small dish and mixing in thyme and minced garlic. I poured the sauce over the pork chops after letting the butter and garlic heat for a couple of minutes until the garlic was fragrant.

The delicious rub and the garlicky butter sauce went along beautifully. The sauce gave the pork chops a fantastic depth of flavor that truly made them shine. The pork chops were soft and juicy. In conclusion, I would certainly suggest trying air-fried pork chops with garlic butter sauce because they are simple to make and quite tasty!

Ingredients you’ll need

Pork chops – bone-in

Brown sugar

Paprika

Salt

Fresh ground black pepper

Ground mustard

Onion powder

Olive oil

Garlic

Butter

Thyme

How to make Air-Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Butter

Don’t forget to heat your air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 degrees before you start cooking. Once it’s hot, put your pork chops in and cook them for 12-15 minutes (depending on the pork chop thickness), turning them over halfway through.

When the timer goes off, take them out and let them sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving. We’re sure that the tasty mix of seasonings and natural pork juices will make you want more.

Step 1: First, make the garlic butter. Just mix the softened butter, thyme, garlic, and salt together in a small bowl until everything is well blended.

Step 2: Set up your air fryer by preheating it for 5 minutes at 400F.

Step 3: Rinse your pork chops with cold water and pat them dry using a paper towel. This makes it easier for the rub to stick and gives the meat a crispier texture.

Step 4: Mix all the dry ingredients together in a small bowl to make a tasty rub. Ensure that you incorporate the rub into the meat well.

Step 5: Put the pork chops in the air fryer and cook them at 400 degrees for 12 minutes, turning them over halfway through to ensure they cook evenly. Use a thermometer to check the temperature inside the pork to make sure it is cooked just right. 145°F is the ideal temperature for pork. This will make sure that it is safe to eat and that it is cooked just right. 

Step 6: When the pork chops are done to your liking, drizzle a lot of garlic butter over them before serving. Your taste buds will love the combination of the tender meat and the fragrant, savory garlic sauce.

Important Tips for Juicy Pork Chops

Thickness is the most important thing to look for when choosing pork chops for a meal. Cuts should be at least 1 inch thick so they don’t get too dry while cooking. I always go for at least 1 1/2 to 2 inches of pork chops for the best results. 

Depending on how thick the pork is, the cooking time may change, but it’s more important to watch the internal temperature than the amount of time the pork spends in the air fryer. Use a meat thermometer to ensure your pork is cooked to the right temperature.

When the temperature inside the chops reaches 145°F, take them out of the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This easy method will help you make pork chops that are always cooked to perfection.

Don’t trim off the fat around the edges of your pork chops if you want them to stay juicy and flavorful. This will help keep the edges from getting too dry while they cook.

Air-Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Recipe

Move over, pork chops baked in the oven! The juicy deliciousness of these pork chops that have been air-fried is about to steal the show. And the butter with garlic on top? It’s the cherry on top of a tasty meal with many different flavors. Prepare to experience the magic of the air fryer.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

Ingredients

For the garlic butter:

• 3 sprigs of thyme
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp of grass-fed butter, melted

For the pork chops:

• 2 pork chops, bone-in (1 ½ – 2 inches thick)
• 2 Tbsp of brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp of paprika
• 1 ½ tsp of salt
• 1 ½ tsp of fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tsp of ground mustard
• ½ tsp of onion powder
• 1–2 Tbsp of olive oil

Instructions

For the garlic butter:

• Combine the butter, garlic, and thyme together in a small bowl. Mix until everything is well blended.
• You can use the mixture immediately or put it on a piece of plastic wrap and roll it into a log. To seal the log, twist the ends of the plastic wrap together.
• Put it in the fridge until firm, or freeze it for longer storage.

For the pork chops:

• Set your air fryer up by turning it on to 400 F and warming it up for 5 minutes.
• Wash your pork chops with cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure they are ready for the seasoning rub.
• Cover the pork chops with olive oil, and then rub the seasoning mixture on both sides of the meat in a thick layer. Ensure to use almost all of the mix for the two pork chops.
• Place your pork chops inside the air fryer basket and fry them at 400 F for 12-15 minutes (or until the internal temperature reaches 145 F),  turning them over halfway through to ensure they cook evenly. Enjoy!

Trust us, both your taste buds and the people who follow you on Social media will thank you. Share this recipe on your Pinterest board right now, and you’ll soon be known as the pork chop specialist among your friends. 🙂

Air-Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Video

This authentic Louisiana hot sauce recipe is sure to ignite your taste buds. This sauce is not for the faint of heart; it is made with a blend of fiery jalapeño peppers and powerful, delicious ingredients.

But if you like your meals with a little more spice, then this recipe is for you. To that end, let’s get the necessary items together, put on our aprons, and begin cooking!

Homemade hot sauce is surprisingly simple to make, and the resulting condiment is a flavorful and scorching way to spice up any meal. So crank up the stove because we’re about to indulge in some spicy Louisiana cuisine.

This Popeyes’ spicy chicken sandwich sauce is made with Louisiana hot sauce as a key ingredient. So if you’re a fan of a bit of heat, this sandwich is definitely for you!

What is Louisiana Hot Sauce?

Made of vinegar, red pepper, and salt, Louisiana Hot Sauce is a sort of hot sauce that is frequently used in Cajun cuisine. It is a thin, hot sauce that is frequently used to flavor and spice up Cajun delicacies like gumbo and jambalaya.

Additionally, it is frequently used as a marinade or seasoning for vegetables, fish, and meats. A versatile condiment that can be utilized in various dishes, Louisiana Hot Sauce has a tangy, spicy flavor with a balance of heat and vinegar.

Since the 1800s, this hot sauce has been made with tasty fermented chilies and aged in oak barrels to give it more flavor, and in 1928 Bruce Foods first marketed it. It’s the perfect way to give your dishes a Cajun flavor without burning your mouth.

Louisiana Hot Sauce is the best “everyday” hot sauce for people who like a little kick but don’t want to overpower their taste buds. It has only a few simple ingredients and just the right amount of heat.

Ingredients

• 1 lb red chili peppers, chopped (jalapeño, cayenne, Fresno, or a mix)

• 1 ½ cups white wine vinegar (or adjust to taste for less acidity)

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

• 2 garlic cloves (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. Simmer the peppers
In a large pot, combine the chopped chili peppers, vinegar, salt, and optional garlic and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 8–10 minutes, until the peppers are softened.

2. Blend the sauce
Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Leave a small vent open for steam to escape. Blend until smooth. For a thinner, more refined texture, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve.

3. Cool and store
Let the sauce cool to room temperature. Transfer to a sterilized glass jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake before using to redistribute flavors.

Tips & Variations

• For a thicker sauce: Skip straining and leave it rustic.

• For longer storage: Properly ferment the peppers before blending or water-bath can the jars (not covered in this recipe).

• Customize the flavor: Swap white wine vinegar for apple cider vinegar, or add smoked paprika for a smoky kick.

Serving Ideas

Use this chili sauce on:

• Grilled meats or seafood

• Eggs and breakfast dishes

• Burgers, tacos, and sandwiches

• Stir-fries and rice bowls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: About 2 ½ cups

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Are Louisiana Hot Sauce and Tabasco the same?

Louisiana hot sauce is a sauce made originally from cayenne peppers and vinegar. It is thin and bright red in color. It is frequently used in cooking as a condiment or seasoning.

Tabasco sauce is a hot sauce made from tabasco peppers, vinegar, and salt. It has a thicker consistency and a darker red color than Louisiana hot sauce. It is also used as a condiment or seasoning, and its peculiar flavor is well known.

While both spicy sauces contain peppers and vinegar, they are prepared from different types of peppers and have distinct flavor profiles.

Why you’ll love this recipe

Do you want to make your own hot sauce that tastes great and doesn’t have any of the questionable preservatives and additives that you can find in store-bought sauces? You’re at the right place!

This recipe is very easy to make and has just the right amount of spice, tangy vinegar, and sweetness. And what’s best? It’s very adaptable, so you can use it as a dipping sauce, a drizzling sauce, or in any other way you like.

For this recipe, I chose red jalapeno peppers, but if you’re feeling adventurous, you can use Cayenne peppers, red serrano peppers, or substitute any other kind of pepper you like.

This sauce is naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, and nut-free, and includes no added sugar, so almost everyone may eat it. To improve your hot sauce, why not give it a try?

Which vinegar to use for this recipe?

With so many choices, you’re sure to find the perfect match. I use white vinegar in this recipe; it’s the most suitable vinegar for these kinds of recipes.

Or, if you want something a little bit milder, try white wine vinegar or rice vinegar, which adds a touch of sweetness to the mix. Red wine vinegar, which is made from fermented red wine, has a taste that is a little bit fruity.

Try apple cider vinegar for a fruity sweetness. Malt vinegar, which is made from barley ale, gives food a strong, unique taste. You could also try balsamic vinegar, coconut vinegar, or raisin vinegar for even more choices. There are a lot of things you can do. Choose what you like and start experimenting!

Today, we’re sharing a delicious traditional beef olives recipe that will impress your guests and elevate your dinner parties. This recipe is easy to follow and produces succulent and flavorful beef olives that are sure to become a favorite. 

So, let’s get started and learn how to make these mouth-watering beef olives!

A traditional British dish known as “beef olives” consists of filled, thinly sliced beef folded into a parcel and slowly cooked in a rich brown sauce.

Since the Middle Ages, beef olives have been a staple of British cooking. One would assume that they truly contain olives based on the name. While this is not the case, you can certainly experiment by adding some olives to the dish. 🙂

The British term”Beef Olive” refers to beef that has been wrapped around a flavorful filling, browned, and finished in a brown sauce.

So, What are Beef Olives?

In their most basic form, Beef Olives are thin beef steaks wrapped around sausage meat, minced beef, veal, or a breadcrumb foundation with anchovies; however, I’ve opted to use Stilton cheese in my filling because it pairs so nicely with beef.

The packed beef rolls get their olive title because they resemble an olive when they are neatly wrapped with string. Veal steaks were also commonly used in the past.

The key to making them juicy and flavorful is browning them in a skillet before finishing them up in a casserole. I found that cooking them in a rich red wine beef stock brought out the best in the delicate beef and the stuffing.

Not to brag, but this Beef Olives recipe is hard to top as a wonderfully delicious dinner that will fill up the whole family when served with Hasselback potatoes and veggies.

Ingredients

For the Beef Rolls

• 15 oz beef steak (thinly sliced, about 4 slices)

• 14 oz beef stock

• 2 Tbsp oil, divided

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 2 Tbsp flour

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

For the Stuffing

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 shallots, finely chopped

• ⅓ cup mushrooms, chopped

• ¼ cup Stilton cheese, crumbled

• 1 egg, lightly beaten

• 1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped

• 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped

Instructions

1. Make the stuffing

• Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the shallots and mushrooms for about 5 minutes, until softened.

• Transfer to a large bowl and mix with breadcrumbs, Stilton, egg, thyme, and rosemary. Stir until well combined.

2. Roll the beef

• Divide the stuffing into 4 equal portions and shape into small logs.

• Place one log at the short end of each beef slice, then roll up tightly. Secure with kitchen string or toothpicks.

3. Prepare the base

• Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp oil in the skillet. Add the sliced carrots and cook for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.

• Transfer the carrots to a baking dish and set aside.

4. Sear the beef

• Season the beef rolls with salt and pepper.

• Increase the skillet heat to medium-high and sear the rolls on all sides until browned, about 2–3 minutes per side.

• Place the seared rolls on top of the carrots in the baking dish.

5. Make the gravy

• In the same skillet, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute until golden.

• Gradually whisk in the beef stock, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened.

6. Bake

• Pour the gravy over the beef rolls. Cover the baking dish with foil.

• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until the beef is tender. Larger rolls may need extra time.

7. Serve

• Remove the beef from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Discard the kitchen string before serving.

• Spoon the onion-carrot gravy over the beef rolls and serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Tips for Success

• Use thinly sliced beef — flank steak or top round works well.

• For richer gravy, swap half the beef stock for red wine.

• Don’t skip the resting step — it keeps the beef rolls juicy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4

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Recipe Variations

Beef – substitute beef with chicken breasts sliced in two pieces and pounded in the zip-lock bag using a meat mallet. You can also use turkey or pork escalopes.

For the stuffing – You can use sausage meat, minced chicken, pork, or beef.

Mushrooms – for added flavor, use rehydrated porcini or shiitake mushrooms.

Stilton – for a unique flavor, try another blue cheese like Gorgonzola, Roquefort or brie, or camembert.

Can I make Beef Olives in advance?

Totally! A day ahead of time, make the filling and roll up the beef parcels to chill in the fridge. Get the sauce ready and pop it in the oven an hour before you want to dine.

How to store Beef Olives?

You can make the filled beef packages a day ahead of time and keep them refrigerated and covered. Meat and gravy leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three days. Do not attempt to store this dish in the freezer.

Can Beef Olives be reheated?

We advise eating your beef olives as soon as they are prepared because reheating might dry up the beef and make it difficult to heat the food fully due to the various stuffings.

If reheating is required, we advise using a meat thermometer to make that your olive is well cooked.

What makes this dish excellent?

• This meal is excellent for making a very small quantity of a less expensive cut of beef go a long way, making it highly cost-effective.
• A variety of filling variation options to suit different tastebuds.
• Because the cheese holds the filling in place and the packed beef rolls slice easily, this meal is also sophisticated enough for your guests.