Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Name: Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4 pieces boneless pork chops (thin-cut, ~0.5 inch); 0.75 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1 tsp paprika; 1.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 1 large egg; 1.5 lbs russet potatoes; 3 tbsp butter; 0.33 cup milk; 1 can cooking spray

⏱ 20 min

🍽 Serves 4

≈ $9.40 ($2.35/serving)

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Why this fits a family on a budget

Thin-cut pork chops and russet potatoes are among the most budget-friendly proteins and starches at US grocery stores, keeping this hearty meal around $2.35 per serving. The air fryer cuts cooking time dramatically and delivers a crispy coating without any frying skill needed.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless pork chops (thin-cut, ~0.5 inch)

• 0.75 cup plain breadcrumbs

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1.5 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• 0.5 tsp black pepper

• 1 large egg

• 1.5 lbs russet potatoes

• 3 tbsp butter

• 0.33 cup milk

• 1 can cooking spray

Instructions

1. Peel and cut russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Place in a medium saucepan, cover with cold water by 1 inch, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 12–14 minutes until a fork slides in easily with no resistance.

2. While potatoes boil, preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.

3. In a shallow bowl, beat 1 egg with a fork until combined. In a second shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together.

4. Pat pork chops dry with a paper towel. Dip each chop into the egg, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly.

5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place breaded pork chops in a single layer — do not overlap. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray as well.

6. Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping the chops halfway through at the 4-minute mark. Pork is done when the outside is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reads 145°F, or juices run clear when cut.

7. While pork finishes, drain the boiled potatoes well. Return to the warm pot and add butter and milk. Mash with a fork or potato masher until smooth and creamy. Season with a pinch of salt and the remaining garlic powder.

8. Plate one pork chop alongside a generous scoop of mashed potatoes and serve immediately.

Contains: dairy, eggs, gluten. Always double-check labels for your household's allergies.

Cost is a national-average estimate and varies by store and region.

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