Best 6 Air Fryer Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Jamaica with our air fryer Jamaican jerk pork chops, a symphony of bold spices and succulent pork. This dish captures the essence of Jamaican cuisine, infusing tender pork chops with a fiery marinade of aromatic herbs and spices, including allspice, thyme, Scotch bonnet peppers, and fiery habanero peppers. The air fryer ensures a crispy exterior and a juicy, flavorful interior, making each bite a delightful burst of Caribbean zest.

Alongside the jerk pork chops, we offer a medley of complementary recipes to enhance your Jamaican culinary journey. Discover the secrets to creating authentic Jamaican rice and peas, a flavorful combination of rice, red kidney beans, and aromatic seasonings. For a vibrant and refreshing side dish, try our Jamaican coleslaw, featuring a crisp blend of cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing infused with Jamaican spices.

Complete your Jamaican feast with our delectable Jamaican sweet potato fries, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, seasoned with a blend of Jamaican spices for a unique twist on a classic side. And for those who love a spicy kick, our Jamaican hot sauce adds an extra layer of heat to any dish, made with Scotch bonnet and habanero peppers for an authentic Jamaican experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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These sweet, spicy chops can be thrown together in minutes, but definitely don't taste like it. Serve it with a side of jasmine rice and you'll feel like you're on a tropical vacation. -Allison Ulrich, Frisco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup peach preserves
4 boneless thin-cut pork loin chops (2 to 3 ounces each)
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 medium sweet orange pepper
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper
1/2 medium sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Soften 1 tablespoon butter; mix with peach preserves., Sprinkle chops with seasonings. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; brown chops 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from pan., Cut peppers into thin strips. In same pan, saute peppers in remaining butter over medium-high heat until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 5-6 minutes. Add chops; top with preserves mixture. Cook, uncovered, until heated through, 30-60 seconds. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CARIBBEAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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Caribbean-style pork chops marinated overnight in a lemon juice and oil marinade with a variety of spices. Use more cayenne pepper to make it really hot!

Provided by MARVINTHEMARTIAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 12h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup water
⅓ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground allspice
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
6 raw chop with refuse, 113 g; (blank) 4 ounces lean pork chops, 1/2 inch thick

Steps:

  • Combine water, lemon juice, onion, brown sugar, green onions, oil, salt, allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting.
  • Place pork chops in shallow glass dish. Pour remaining marinade over the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat. Place grate 4 to 5 inches above heat source.
  • Oil the grill grate. Arrange chops on grate, and discard marinade. Cover grill, and cook chops for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 81.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 343.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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This authentic Jamaican pork recipe brings the taste of the Caribbean right into your own home!

Provided by Liz DellaCroce

Categories     Dinner     Grill     Main Course

Time 31m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 bunch scallions (stem trimmed, quartered )
1 small white onion (peeled and quartered)
1 lime juiced
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2-inch piece fresh ginger (peeled, sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground pimento seeds (or allspice)
2 Scotch bonnet peppers (or more to taste, seeded and diced)
4 pork chops (bone-in, center cut)

Steps:

  • Place everything but the pork chops in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
  • Put pork chops in a resealable plastic bag and coat with the marinade. Let sit in refrigerator for 3 hours or up to overnight.
  • Heat grill on high heat and grill pork chops 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1733 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

AIR-FRYER JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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These sweet, spicy air fryer pork chops can be thrown together in minutes, but they definitely don't taste like it. Serve them with a side of jasmine rice and you'll feel like you're on a tropical vacation. -Allison Ulrich, Frisco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/4 cup peach preserves
4 boneless thin-cut pork loin chops (2 to 3 ounces each)
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 medium sweet orange pepper
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper
1/2 medium sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a small bowl, mix butter and peach preserves until combined; set aside., Sprinkle chops with seasonings. Place on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until no longer pink, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., Cut peppers into thin strips. Place on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return chops to air fryer; top with butter mixture. Cook until butter is melted, 1-2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1099mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

EASY AIR FRYER PORK CHOPS



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Boneless pork chops cooked to perfection in the air fryer. This recipe is super simple and you couldn't ask for a more tender and juicy chop.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 (5 ounce) center-cut pork chops
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and pepper in a flat shallow dish; mix well.
  • Coat each pork chop with olive oil. Dredge both sides of each chop in the Parmesan mixture and set on a plate.
  • Place 2 chops in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes; flipping halfway through cook time.
  • Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 90.3 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 684.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

JAMAICAN JERK PORK



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This is really good-you can sub chicken for the pork if you like-and you can change the peppers if the heat is too much!

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Pork

Time 18h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 scotch bonnet peppers (these are "killer" hot so you may want to use something like a jalapeno)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lemon, juice of
3 teaspoons oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons malt vinegar
1 teaspoon minced gingerroot
3 -4 lbs cubed pork butt (2 inch chunks)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the first 7 ingredients.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • In a food processor combine green onions and garlic, peppers, onion, lemon juice, oil, soy sauce, malt vinegar and ginger.
  • Blend until very smooth.
  • Place pork in a glass bowl or large freezer bag, combine all ingredients and coat pork well.
  • Cover and stir or flip often.
  • Marinate for at least 8 hours.
  • Take out of the fridge 1 hour before grilling.
  • Preheat grill to medium high, skewer pork, 4 cubes to a skewer.
  • Cook for 6-8 minutes on one side, flip and 6-8 minutes on the other.

Tips:

  • Choose pork chops that are about 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure to use a good quality jerk seasoning. You can either buy a pre-made blend or make your own using a combination of spices such as allspice, thyme, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the pork chops from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the pork chops until they are cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked pork chops will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as rice and beans, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Air fryer Jamaican jerk pork chops are a delicious and easy way to enjoy this Caribbean classic. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, with a crispy outer coating. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. Tips for the best Jamaican jerk pork chops in the air fryer:
  • Use a good quality Jamaican jerk seasoning.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • Cook the pork chops until they are cooked through but still juicy.
Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as rice and beans, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

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