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Air Fryer Pork Chops & Sweet Potato
Crispy outside, juicy inside. 44g protein for under $3.
Total Time
25min
Per Serving
$2.75
Protein
44g
Calories
480cal
Nutrition Per Serving
4servings
480cal
44g
52g
10g
Ingredients
Boneless Pork Chops4 (6oz each)
Sweet Potatoes2 large
Olive Oil Spraylight coat
Garlic Powder1 tsp
Smoked Paprika1 tsp
Cumin½ tsp
Salt & Pepperto taste
Steps
Cube sweet potatoes. Air fry at 400°F for 10 min, shaking halfway.
10 min
1
Season pork: garlic powder + paprika + cumin + salt + pepper.
2
Push sweet potatoes aside. Add pork chops. Air fry 400°F, 5 min per side.
10 min
3
Rest pork 3 min. Internal temp 145°F.
4
Plate pork over sweet potatoes. Done.
5
Pro Tips
- →Thin-cut pork chops (½ inch) cook faster and get crispier edges.
- →Sweet potatoes have 4g protein + tons of vitamin A. Underrated carb source.
- →Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket — air needs to circulate.
Cost Analysis
Per Serving
$2.75
Total Batch
$11.00
Per Day (3 meals)
$8.25
Per Month (est.)
$248
Prices based on US national averages (March 2026). Your local prices may vary.
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