Air Fryer Pork Cutlets

Introduction

Air Fryer Pork Cutlets are the answer for anyone craving a crispy, juicy pork dish without the heaviness of deep-frying. These golden cutlets deliver irresistible crunch on the outside and tender, flavorful pork within, all while using far less oil. The air fryer not only speeds up the cooking process, but it also makes cleanup a breeze, making this recipe ideal for busy weeknights.

Why These Air Fryer Pork Cutlets Are a Weeknight Winner

What sets these cutlets apart is their ability to turn out perfectly crisp with a fraction of the effort and calories of traditional frying. The air fryer ensures the coating is evenly browned while locking in the pork’s natural juiciness. Serve these for your next family dinner or casual get-together—they’re always a hit, and nobody will suspect they weren’t deep-fried.

How to Prepare Pork for the Crispest Cutlets

Start by selecting boneless pork loin or pork chops—both work beautifully. For even thickness and optimal texture, use a sturdy Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 to slice the pork and gently pound it between sheets of plastic wrap. This tenderizes the meat and ensures even cooking in the air fryer.

Season the pork generously before dredging it in flour, egg, and seasoned breadcrumbs. For a uniform chop, the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is perfect for prepping fresh toppings or sides like cucumber or tomato salad.

Effortless Air Frying for Maximum Crunch

Line your basket with convenient COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey for ample space and consistent air flow, and place Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs, 8” Square by Baker’s Signature inside to minimize sticking and speed up cleanup. Arrange the cutlets in a single layer; a light spray of oil ensures the breading crisps up beautifully without becoming greasy.

Cook in batches if necessary for optimal crispiness. If you want to check for doneness in seconds, try the ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking—pork is safe at 145°F.

Serving and Storing Your Air Fryer Pork Cutlets

Fresh from the fryer, allow the pork cutlets to rest briefly, then slice and serve with lemon wedges and a quick salad. Any leftovers can be refrigerated in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) to keep them crispy for the next day’s meal.

Add a classic side or make it a complete meal by packing sliced cutlets into a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green for tomorrow’s lunch.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 generous cutlets. Each serving (excluding optional sauces or sides) typically contains about 250–310 calories, 20g protein, 12g fat, and 14g carbohydrates, depending on the cut of pork and breading used.

Air Fryer Pork Cutlets Recipe Recap

Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, Air Fryer Pork Cutlets turn a classic comfort food into a healthier, weeknight-friendly favorite. With minimal prep and fast cooking, this recipe delivers on both taste and convenience.

Instructions

1. Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey to 400°F for 3 minutes. Optional: line with Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs, 8” Square by Baker’s Signature for easy cleanup.
2. On your Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3, trim excess fat from pork and pound to ½-inch thickness for even cooking.
3. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper mixed together. Dip each cutlet into flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing gently for even coverage.
4. Lightly spray both sides of each cutlet with YARRAMATE 16oz/470ml Oil Sprayer for Cooking, Black. Arrange cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Air fry at 400°F for 5–7 minutes per side, turning halfway, until breading is golden and internal temperature on a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking reads at least 145°F.
6. Let rest 2 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges and optional parsley.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 14 minutes

Total Time: 29 minutes