How to Make Spicy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Apricot Glaze - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to making a delicious, flavor-packed pork chop, the air fryer is your best friend. Not only does it produce juicy and perfectly cooked meat, but it also cuts down on cooking time and in the process, enhances the natural flavors of the meat. One of the best ways to enjoy pork chops in the air fryer is by adding some heat and sweetness to create a spicy and tangy dish that will leave your taste buds tingling. That's where this recipe for Spicy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Apricot Gla...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 4 (5 ounce) bone-in center loin pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ cup apricot all-fruit spread
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 (1 inch) piece ginger root, peeled and grated
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Asian chili-garlic sauce
  • ½ medium lime, juiced
  • cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine water, salt, and sugar in a bowl and stir until the crystals are dissolved. Add pork chops, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 4 hours.
  • Remove pork chops from the brine and shake off excess. Discard the remaining brine. Pat chops dry with paper towels and place on a plate or cutting board.
  • Combine chili powder, onion powder, salt, and white pepper in a small bowl. Distribute 1/2 of the rub mixture among the 4 chops and rub to coat the entire surface. Turn the chops and repeat. Allow chops to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine apricot all-fruit spread, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, chili-garlic sauce, and lime juice for the glaze in a medium, microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave mixture on high for 3 minutes, stirring halfway through. Carefully remove glaze and set aside.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) if recommended by manufacturer. Spray each side of seasoned and rubbed chops with cooking spray.
  • Place chops in the air fryer in a single layer and air-fry for 8 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Brush the tops of the chops with prepared glaze and air-fry until pork chops are no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle chops with minced parsley, and serve with remaining glaze.
  • Nutrition

    275 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 3517mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 309mg