**Baked Pork Chops: A Tender and Flavorful Main Course**
Pork chops are a versatile and affordable cut of meat that can be cooked in various ways. Baking pork chops is an easy and delicious way to prepare them. This cooking method results in tender, juicy chops that are bursting with flavor. This article provides three mouthwatering baked pork chop recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences.
The first recipe, **Classic Baked Pork Chops**, is a simple yet satisfying dish that showcases the natural flavors of the pork. The chops are seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before being baked until cooked through. The result is a classic pork chop that is perfect for a weeknight meal.
The second recipe, **Honey Garlic Baked Pork Chops**, takes the classic pork chop up a notch with a sweet and sticky glaze. The chops are marinated in a mixture of honey, garlic, and soy sauce before being baked. The glaze caramelizes during baking, creating a delicious crust that is sure to impress.
The third recipe, **Cider Brined Baked Pork Chops**, is a unique and flavorful take on the classic dish. The pork chops are brined in a mixture of apple cider, brown sugar, and spices before being baked. The brine infuses the chops with a delicious apple flavor that pairs perfectly with the crispy skin.
No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious baked pork chops. They're perfect for a weeknight meal, a special occasion, or any time you're craving a tender and flavorful main course.
BREADED BAKED PORK CHOPS
This is a great, basic recipe for breaded baked pork chops. Feel free to experiment with different seasonings and breading. We just did a batch using honey-wheat bread crumbs which gave a slightly sweet taste that balanced our chosen Cajun seasoning.
Provided by Weez
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Season pork chops with garlic powder and seasoning salt. Dredge chops in flour; shake off excess. Dip into beaten egg. Lift up so excess egg drips back in the bowl. Press into bread crumbs to coat both sides. Place the breaded chops, unstacked, onto a plate.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-heat. Cook pork chops in hot oil until breading appears well browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to a 9x13-inch baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork chops are cooked through, 60 to 90 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 127.2 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 496.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
EASY BAKED PORK CHOPS
Try this easy recipe to prepare flavorful, juicy baked pork chops in the oven without marinating.
Provided by Kate Lucas
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with oil.
- Scatter onions evenly into the baking pan. Place pork chops on top of onions in the pan.
- Combine maple syrup, mustard, garlic, red pepper, chili powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour mixture evenly over pork chops. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chops are no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 512.5 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
BAKED PORK CHOPS WITH CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP
When done right, these baked pork chops are fork-tender. Great comfort food for cold days! The cream of mushroom soup gravy is great on both the pork chops and mashed potatoes.
Provided by CANDYLOTUS
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Place sliced onion pieces on the bottom of a glass baking dish. Lay pork chops over the onions. Cover chops evenly with cream of mushroom soup. Add water and bouillon to the top, breaking up bouillon cubes to get the flavor spread out. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring the gravy once or twice, until no longer pink in the centers, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a chop should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 44.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1673.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
BAKED PORK CHOPS AND RICE
Growing up, this was a staple in my home. This is a great recipe because the pork and rice cook in the same dish. The rice is flavorful and the pork chops come out nice and tender.
Provided by rev'd up chef
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer onion to a plate.
- Sprinkle seasoned salt over all sides of each pork chop. Place pork chops in the same large skillet and cook until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Mix beef consomme and water together in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour rice into the broth mixture; add caramelized onion. Gently arrange pork chops over rice in a single layer. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork is cooked through, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 326 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
PARMESAN BAKED PORK CHOPS
These were some of the best pork chops. Moist and tender with amazing flavor.
Provided by N8TE
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking dish with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Rub pork chops with olive oil and dip in the Parmesan mixture. Press mixture into pork chops to make sure they are well coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork chops are no longer pink in the center, 40 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 762.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
MARINATED BAKED PORK CHOPS
My family loves this recipe. It is quick and easy, and makes for a tasty weekday supper. I often double the sauce to serve over rice.
Provided by Kim
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, thoroughly blend soy sauce, vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, and ketchup.
- Place pork chops in a medium baking dish, and spread with 1/2 the sauce.
- Bake pork chops 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Turn, and spread with remaining sauce. Continue baking 30 minutes, or until internal temperature of the chops has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 255.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
BAKED PORK CHOPS WITH STUFFING
I used to make this recipe for pork chops and stuffing for our three children when they were growing up. Now they've become special at our restaurant and are often requested for banquets. -Linda Martin, Bartlett, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown the pork chops in oil. Place chops in an ungreased shallow baking pan. Toss bread cubes, butter, broth, celery, onion and poultry seasoning. Mound about 1/2 cup stuffing on each pork chop. , Combine soup and water; pour over chops. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until juices run clear and a thermometer reads 160° to 170°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 29g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 884mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
BAKED PORK CHOPS
This simple preparation is perfect for a weeknight -- just shake and bake!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Combine the panko, oil, Parmesan, Italian seasoning and 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Put the pork chops in a large bowl and toss to coat with 1 tablespoon water. Place the pork chops in the bag and shake well to coat, pressing the breadcrumb mixture firmly into the meat.
- Place the pork chops on a wire rack set on a baking sheet and top evenly with any breadcrumbs remaining in the bag. Bake until the breadcrumbs are dark golden and the internal temperature of the chops registers 145 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer (avoid touching bone), 15 to 20 minutes.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges if using.
TENDER BAKED PORK CHOPS
Pork chops are marinated in a garlic-herb marinade, baked slowly in the oven, and topped with a light mushroom gravy. These pork chops are so tender, you won't even need a knife.
Provided by rtjmom
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, vinegar, garlic, thyme, parsley, and pepper flakes in a bowl. Place pork chops in a glass or ceramic baking dish and pour marinade over top. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning chops after 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Pour 1/4 cup chicken broth in the bottom of a shallow roasting pan.
- Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops for 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to the prepared roasting pan and top with onion slices. Cover the pan tightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- While pork chops are baking, prepare sauce. Combine 1 cup chicken broth, milk, white wine, and cremini and white mushrooms in a saucepan over medium heat; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add flour and bring to a boil, stirring often until thickened. Lower heat and simmer sauce until pork chops are ready.
- Remove pork chops from the oven; drain and discard chicken broth. Pour mushroom sauce over pork chops, cover, and return to the oven. Bake until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 40.5 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 403.8 mg, Sugar 3 g
BAKED SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
One bite of these baked smothered pork chops and we could taste the care Mother put into her cooking. She was happy to share the recipe with guests who requested it after trying this delicious dish at our house. —Nancy Duty, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add pork chops, 1 at a time, and turn to coat. , In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on both sides. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine soup, 1/2 cup sour cream, broth, ginger and rosemary; pour over chops. Sprinkle with half the onions. , Cover and bake until tender, 45-50 minutes. Stir remaining sour cream into sauce. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Bake, uncovered, until onions are browned, about 10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Fat 40g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1074mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
PORK RUB RUBBED AND BAKED PORK CHOPS
Quick pork rub brings the flavor to these oven-baked pork chops.
Provided by Ron Perry
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Mix paprika, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper together in a wide, shallow bowl. Dredge pork chops in the spice mixture to coat and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake chops in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1231.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
OVEN-BAKED STUFFED PORK CHOPS
This is a nice and easy recipe that gives a Spanish taste to any American meal!
Provided by newmom09
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Place pork chops in a large bowl and season all sides with adobo seasoning, sazon seasoning, garlic powder, pepper, and salt; add 2 tablespoons Italian dressing and flip to coat.
- Bring 1 1/2 cups water and margarine to a boil in a saucepan; add stuffing mix and cover. Remove saucepan from heat and set aside until stuffing absorbs water, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.
- Remove pork chops from bowl, reserving liquid and seasonings. Lay each pork chop flat on cutting board and with a sharp knife held parallel to the board, cut a pocket into the pork, leaving 3 sides intact. Stuff each pork chop with stuffing and close pocket using a toothpick.
- Arrange pork chops on a baking sheet. Mix remaining 1 tablespoon Italian dressing and 1 tablespoon water with reserved juices from pork chops; pour over pork chops.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork chops are cooked through, 25 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 966.7 calories, Carbohydrate 131.2 g, Cholesterol 80.4 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 50.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 3181.8 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
GRAVY BAKED PORK CHOPS
These pork chops will melt in your mouth. They are very good and easy to assemble. They are first sauteed in butter, then baked in a creamy mushroom sauce.
Provided by JENNIPOO
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper to taste. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute the pork chops in the butter for about 5 minutes per side.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the milk, water and soup. Place the pork chops in a 9x13 inch baking dish and pour the soup mixture over the chops.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 76.2 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 586.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
BAKED PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT
This is a super-easy recipe for pork chops. I pan-fry the chops first and then bake them with sauerkraut, apple, onion, and brown sugar. Delicious!
Provided by mannkochtgut
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
- Rub pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry pork chops on both sides until browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Place browned pork chops into the prepared casserole dish.
- Combine sauerkraut, apple, onion, brown sugar, and caraway seeds in a bowl; cover pork chops with the mixture. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake pork chops in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1011.3 mg, Sugar 21.6 g
MOIST BAKED PORK CHOPS
For perfectly prepared pork chops (preferably bone-in) you must brine them for at least 1 to 2 hours and pick chops that are at least 1/2 to 1-inch thick. The success to this dish is the brine for moistness. There are many brine variations out there for what flavor you are wanting to accomplish but, it is an important part of the overall dish.
Provided by Sahara B
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine cold water, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaf for brine in a bowl. Place pork chops in a shallow baking dish and pour the brine over top. Let sit for 1 to 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper for rub in a small mixing bowl.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Remove pork chops from brine, rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Rub pork chops generously on both sides with the seasoning mix. Discard brine.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to the hot skillet. Add pork chops to the hot oil and sear until browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Turn pork chops and place skillet in the preheated oven. Bake until no longer pink in the center, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oven, tent with aluminum foil, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 45.3 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 5980.2 mg, Sugar 27 g
GARLIC SEASONED BAKED PORK CHOPS
This is a delicious pork chop recipe that cuts out all the grease from frying them in a pan. Best of all, you can use any type of chop (even ones with bone still in)! My husband loves this recipe so much, I'm not allowed to make pork chops any other way! Pair it with some cheesy mashed potatoes and a vegetable for a great meal.
Provided by Michele
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Pour butter into a 9x13-inch baking dish, tilting to cover entire bottom of dish.
- Whisk egg and milk together in a shallow bowl; dip pork chops into egg mixture. Transfer pork chops to the baking dish. Sprinkle pork chops with garlic powder and seasoned salt.
- Bake pork chops in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip chops and season the other side with garlic powder and seasoned salt. Cook until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 168.9 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 185.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
MUSHROOM SAUCE BAKED PORK CHOPS
The easiest pork chop recipe imaginable, and oh so tasty. My family has passed this recipe down for years.
Provided by JHILGENB
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Baked
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2 quart baking dish.
- Rub pork chops with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chops, and brown on both sides. Remove from skillet. Place onions in skillet, and cook until browned. Pour in mushroom soup and milk; stir until blended. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Arrange sliced potatoes evenly in prepared baking dish. Arrange chops on top of potatoes. Pour soup mixture over chops.
- Bake, covered, for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Uncover, and bake 30 minutes more, or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 51.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1105.1 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
BAKED SAUCY PORK CHOPS
Baked pork chop recipes are always handy to feed my hungry family. This entree brightens up the usual routine of roasted pork chops and rice. I reach for this recipe when our appetites are hearty and I feel like baking pork chops. -Dorothy Toben, Blackwell, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with onion., In a bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over chops. Bake, covered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
PRESSURE COOKER BONE-IN PORK CHOPS, BAKED POTATOES, AND CARROTS
This is a great, quick and easy weeknight meal. The one-pot pressure cooker makes clean-up a snap and brings dinner to the table quickly!
Provided by txjackson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season pork chops with salt and ground black pepper.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a pressure cooker over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook pork chops in hot butter until browned on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to a plate.
- Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the pressure cooker. Saute carrots and onion in hot butter until fragrant, about 2 minutes; add broth and Worcestershire sauce. Return pork chops to the pressure cooker pot. Set a steamer basket on top of the pork chops and place potatoes in the basket.
- Cover the pressure cooker with the lid, lock the lid, bring the cooker to high pressure, and cook under pressure for 13 minutes. Release pressure from the pot according to the manufacturer's instructions. Slice potatoes along the top and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.2 calories, Carbohydrate 60.3 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 34.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 403.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
PARMESAN BAKED PORK CHOPS
The Test Kitchen loved this baked parmesan pork chop recipe. The breading kept the chops really juicy and tender. This is a great weeknight dinner idea, and it's an easy recipe to make. The pork chops come out with a perfect golden brown color after being baked in the oven, and your family will surely love this.
Provided by Janet Crow
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. On a plate combine the last 4 ingredients.
- 2. Rub the pork chops with olive oil and then dip (coat) each one in the cheese mixture. Press the mixture over the pork chops to make sure they are well covered in it.
- 3. Line a pan with tin foil and spray with cooking spray.
- 4. Place the pork chops on the pan and bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose thick-cut pork chops (1-inch thick) for the best results. Thinner chops will dry out more easily.
- Season the pork chops generously with salt, pepper, and other desired spices. This will help to create a flavorful crust.
- Sear the pork chops in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the chops from drying out.
- Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. The internal temperature of the pork chops should reach 145°F.
- Let the pork chops rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make the chops more tender.
- Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Baked pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. By following the tips above, you can create juicy and flavorful pork chops that are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give baked pork chops a try!
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