Indulge in the culinary delight of tender, crispy pork chops, masterfully prepared using a variety of cooking techniques. From the classic pan-fried method to the aromatic oven-baked goodness, each recipe promises a unique and flavorful experience. Explore the secrets of achieving a perfect crust while maintaining a juicy interior, complemented by a medley of herbs and spices. Discover the art of creating a tantalizing sauce or marinade that elevates the pork chops to a delectable masterpiece. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion feast, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
JUICY BAKED PORK CHOPS
These baked pork chops are the best oven baked pork chops ever! They are so easy to make, super juicy, and flavorful. Rub them with a few pantry staple spices and pop them into the oven for about 18 minutes and dinner will be ready!
Provided by Kristen Stevens
Categories Dinner
Time 23m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Turn your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Drizzle the 1 tablespoon of olive oil over both sides of the pork chops. Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over both sides of the pork chops and place them in a baking dish. (see notes) Drizzle them with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Bake the pork chops uncovered for 18 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you remove them from the oven, let them rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 647 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g
CRISPY BREADED PORK CHOPS
With a salty, flavorful crust and juicy, tender meat in the center, these crispy breaded pork chops remind me of my grandmother's... so simple, yet so delicious! The perfect comfort meal when served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly coat a wire rack with cooking spray and set in a rimmed baking sheet.
- Whisk eggs and water together in a shallow dish. Place bread crumbs in a second shallow dish.
- Season pork chops evenly with salt and pepper. Dip and coat chops in egg, allow excess to drip off, then dip in bread crumbs until well coated.
- Heat 1/2 of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place 2 chops in the skillet and cook until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until crisp on the other side, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer to the prepared rack. Heat remaining oil in the skillet and repeat to sear remaining chops.
- Bake pork chops in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 155 degrees F (68 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 134.2 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1318.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
CRISPY FRIED PORK CHOPS
Crispy fried pork chops are on the menu tonight! Thinly sliced pork chops are coated in a flavorful buttermilk mixture and dredging seasonings and then fried in oil. You're gonna love these!
Provided by Rachel Farnsworth
Categories Main Course Main Dish
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season pork chops with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour buttermilk and hot sauce into a 9x13 pan and stir to combine. Submerge seasoned pork chops into buttermilk mixture and set aside. Refrigerate up to 6 hours, or use right away.
- In another shallow bowl, stir together flour, cornstarch, 2 teaspoons salt, paprika, 1 teaspoon black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Working one at a time, remove pork chops from buttermilk mixture. Shake it gently to remove the excess. Place it in the dredging mixture and coat thoroughly. Tap off the excess.
- Place the breaded chops into the 350 degree oil. Fry 2 to 3 chops at a time. The meat will drop the temperature of the oil so keep it as close to 350 degrees as possible. Fry each piece for 4 to 5 minutes, per side, until golden brown and pork is cooked through to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
- Remove from the oil and place on paper towels. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 496 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 1620 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g
CRISPY PAN-FRIED PORK CHOPS
Coat pork chops with breadcrumbs and herbs and then crisp them to perfection in a skillet.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the flour in a shallow dish. Break the eggs into another shallow bowl and whisk with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix the breadcrumbs with the oregano and thyme in a third shallow bowl.
- Dredge a pork chop in the flour, shaking off the excess, dip it into the eggs and then coat evenly with the breadcrumbs. Set aside on a piece of wax paper or baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the chops (about 1/4 cup). When the oil shimmers, add the chops and fry until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels briefly. Serve hot with cooked spinach and lemon wedges.
THE BEST JUICY SKILLET PORK CHOPS
Pork chops are a quick, healthy and simple dinner. Our method ensures juicy, tender, and flavorful pork chops with little fuss. Check the notes section for our tips on which pork chops are best.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator and season on both sides with salt - we use just less than 1/4 teaspoon of fine salt per pork chop. Set the chops aside to rest for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the spice rub. In a small bowl, mix the flour, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- After 30 minutes, use a paper towel to pat the pork chops dry, then rub both sides of the chops with the spice rub.
- Heat the oil in a skillet (with a lid) over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the pork. Cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip the pork so that the seared side is facing up. If there is a fattier side of the pork, use kitchen tongs to hold the chops, fat-side-down until it sizzles and browns slightly; about 30 seconds.
- Reduce the heat to low, then cover the skillet with a lid. Cook 6 to 12 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 145° F when inserted into the thickest part of the chop. Cook time depends on the thickness of the chops, so check for doneness at 5 minutes, then go from there, checking every 2 minutes after that. If you do not have a thermometer, you will know they are done, if, when cutting into the chops, the juices run clear.
- Transfer pork chops to a plate, then cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let the pork rest for 5 minutes.
- While the pork rests, make the pan sauce. Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the chicken stock, vinegar, and honey. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pan so that any stuck bits of pork come up.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until reduced by half. Taste, then adjust the seasoning with additional salt, vinegar, or honey.
- Slide the skillet off of the heat and when the sauce is no longer simmering, swirl in the butter.
- Slide the pork chops back into the pan and spoon some of the sauce on top. Alternatively, slice the chops, then place them back into the pan. Scatter fresh parsley over the pork, and then serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 369, Fat 14.3g, SaturatedFat 5.1g, Cholesterol 138.8mg, Sodium 767mg, Carbohydrate 11.6g, Fiber 1.4g, Sugar 4.4g, Protein 46.1g
SUPER-MOIST PORK CHOPS
Jump-start a deliciously easy dinner with a can of Progresso® soup!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make rice as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook pork chops in oil about 5 minutes on each side or until well browned.
- Sprinkle pork chops with salt, pepper and rosemary. Pour soup over all and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
MOIST, TENDER & CRISPY PORK CHOPS
We don't eat pork often, so when we do, it needs to be spectacular! I developed these based on a recipe from an episode of Nigella Feasts. NOTE: Zaar adds the entire amount of the frying oil, egg wash and coating to the nutritional facts panel. Generally, the entire amounts are not used completely so these chops have less fat, cholesterol & calories than stated.
Provided by Kats Mom
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- EGG WASH: Beat the egg in a wide bowl with the mustard, mayonnaise, oregano, salt and pepper.
- COATING: Crush corn flakes and combine with the Romano Cheese.
- Spread out on a large plate.
- CHOPS: Poke chops with a fork or pound with a mallet to tenderize.
- OIL: Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat (oil is hot enough when a small piece of bread sizzles when dropped into the oil).
- COOK: Press each of the chops into the egg mixture, coating both sides.
- Then dip the chops into the bread crumbs, covering each side evenly.
- Fry the chops until they are a deep golden color, about 5-8 minutes per side depending on thickness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 825.9, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 248, Sodium 692.4, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 54.8
Tips:
- Use a meat mallet or tenderizer to pound the pork chops to an even thickness. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from curling.
- Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also add a marinade or rub to infuse them with even more flavor.
- Cook the pork chops over medium-high heat until they are browned on both sides. This will create a nice crust and help to lock in the juices.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook the pork chops until they are cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make them even more tender.
Conclusion:
Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can cook moist, tender, and crispy pork chops that your whole family will love. Whether you pan-fry, bake, or grill them, pork chops are a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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