Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary
Tender pork chops with a sticky-sweet glaze and aromatic rosemary, achieving perfect sear in the air fryer. This american-inspired air fryer ready in about 23 minutes pairs (1 inch thick) pork loin chops, honey, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 (1 inch thick) pork loin chops
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp (chopped) fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat pork chops dry, then rub with 1 tsp coconut oil and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Place in air fryer basket.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary in a small bowl. Brush half of the glaze over pork chops.
- Step 3: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8 minutes, then flip and brush with remaining glaze. Cook for 5 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (10 min prep + 13 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Pork Chops with Rosemary?
American air fryer like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 13-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
