Keto Pecan-Crusted Pork Chops in the Air Fryer

These keto-friendly, air-fried pork chops with a pecan crust come together in a snap and can be eaten right away or served as leftovers, since the pecan crust doesn't get soggy.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 487 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• cooking spray
• 4 bone-in pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1.5 cups finely chopped raw pecans

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C), about 5 minutes, if directed by the manufacturer.

Step 2

Combine cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add egg and whisk until all ingredients are well combined. Place pecans on a plate.

Step 3

Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, then set on the plate with the pecans, pressing pecans firmly onto both sides until coated. Spray the chops on both sides with cooking spray and place in the air fryer basket.

Step 4

Cook in the air fryer for 6 minutes. Turn chops carefully with tongs, and air fry until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes longer. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.