Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops

Air fryer honey mustard pork chops are coated in a tangy honey mustard sauce and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. They’re sure to be a hit with all the family.

More meaty dishes you might like to make include Instant Pot pork chops, beef bulgogi bowls ,and slow cooker Hawaiian ribs.

Why You’ll Love It

So easy to make: Even newbies in the kitchen will find honey mustard pork chops a breeze to prepare.
The flavors are amazing: Sweet, tangy and savory flavors complement one another in this delicious dish.
Make it in just 30 minutes: Ideal for midweek dinners, this recipe can be on your table in only half an hour.

Honey and Mustard Pork Chops Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Pork chops: You will need boneless pork chops which are thick-cut. This ensures they won’t cook too fast or come out not juicy enough. I usually use thick cuts when making boneless pork chops in the air fryer.
Mustard: Wholegrain mustard and yellow mustard add heat and a little spice.
Ground paprika: Adds flavor to the dish.
Garlic: Always a winning ingredient in savory chicken recipes. Fresh is best.
Honey: For sweetness. You can use any kind of honey here.
Lemon juice: Adds a citrusy tang to the flavor.

How to Make Honey Mustard Pork Chops

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Bring the pork to room temperature: The first step in this easy pork chops recipe is to take the meat out of the refrigerator. Don’t forget to do this! Give the pork about 15 minutes to come to room temperature.

I like to give it 30 minutes just to ensure it’s not too cold. Letting it warm up a little means a juicier result, since it won’t be going from cold to heat which can affect the texture.
Season and cook the chops: Rub paprika, salt and pepper into the pork on both sides and then cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Bear in mind if your pork chops aren’t that thick, they might cook faster. In that case, check them sooner.
Prepare the sauce: While you’re cooking the boneless pork chops in the air fryer, make the sauce. Whisk the ingredients together and warm it in a pan for 5 minutes. Don’t let it boil – just keep the honey mustard sauce for pork chops at a low simmer and stir often.
Garnish and serve: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes after cooking and then serve it with the honey mustard sauce. I like to sprinkle some parsley on top before serving. It adds color to this air fried pork recipe and the flavor works too.

Substitutions and Variations

Pork chops: You can use another cut of pork instead or even a different meat or poultry. The cooking times might differ.
Mustard: I like to combine yellow mustard with stone-ground mustard or wholegrain mustard. You can use your favorite kind.
Honey: Agave syrup or maple syrup would work instead.
Parsley: Use a different herb for your garnish, perhaps rosemary or oregano.

Serving Suggestions

Side Dishes: Green bean bundles or roasted broccoli would work, or how about steamed broccoli or broccolini? Shaved Brussels sprout slaw is good if you want to go the salad route or you could toss your preferred leaves with a simple vinaigrette, adding some candied pecans too. A garden veggie macaroni salad would also be a tasty option.
Dessert: After your meal, treat yourself to some Cheesecake cookies.

How to Store Honey Mustard Pork Chops

Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag or sealed container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator.
Reheat: You can warm it back up in the oven.