Step 1

If needed per your air fryer model, preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar.

Step 3

If not using cooking spray, brush the pork chops with oil. Sprinkle with the spice rub and then rub evenly over the surface of the chops. Flip the pork chops and season the other side.

Step 4

If you did not brush the pork chops with oil, spray lightly with cooking spray and place the chops, sprayed side down in basket or on rack in the air fryer. Spray the opposite side of the pork chops with cooking spray as well.

Step 5

Air fry the pork chops for 5 minutes at 380 degrees F. Remove the basket and flip the pork chops and air fry for another 4 minutes. Remove the basket or try from the air fryer, and check the temperature of the pork chops using a digital thermometer. If the pork chops are between 142 and 145 degrees F, immediately remove them from the air fryer. If the pork chops have not yet reached a safe temperature, continue to air fry at 380 degrees F in 1 to 2-minute intervals.

Step 6

Allow the pork chops to rest on a platter or cutting board, loosely tented with foil for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.