Pork Chops: Air Fryer Panko-Crusted

Ingredients

• 4 cups water, divided
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 large bay leaf
• 4 (6 ounce) pork chops, about 1/2-inch thick
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• extra-virgin olive oil cooking spray
• 1 sprig of fresh parsley for garnish (optional)