Ingredients

4 thick-cut boneless pork chops, about 1 ½ to 2 pounds total
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

For the rub:
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Directions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.

Pat the 4 thick-cut boneless pork chops dry with paper towels.

Drizzle 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil evenly over the pork chops and rub to coat all sides.

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, and 1 tablespoon dried thyme. Stir well.

Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of the rub mixture onto each pork chop, pressing gently to adhere and coating all sides evenly.

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place pork chops in a single layer with space between them. Air fry at 400°F for 14 to 17 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Transfer pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.