Best 6 Pork Chops That Actually Stay Moist Recipes

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Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer them grilled, fried, or baked, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste. But one common complaint about pork chops is that they can easily become dry and tough. That's why we've compiled a collection of recipes for pork chops that actually stay moist.

These recipes use a variety of techniques to keep the pork chops juicy and flavorful. Some of our favorites include:

* **Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Onions:** This recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The pork chops are seared in a skillet until golden brown, then simmered in a mixture of apples, onions, and apple cider.
* **Baked Pork Chops with Sweet Potato Fries:** These pork chops are baked in the oven until tender and juicy, then served with crispy sweet potato fries. The sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness to the savory pork chops.
* **Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa:** These grilled pork chops are topped with a refreshing peach salsa that's perfect for summer cookouts. The salsa is made with fresh peaches, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.
* **Air Fryer Pork Chops with Garlic Herb Butter:** These air fryer pork chops are cooked to perfection in just minutes. They're then brushed with a garlic herb butter that adds a delicious savory flavor.
* **Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes:** This slow cooker recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight. The pork chops are cooked in a creamy sauce with potatoes, carrots, and celery. The mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that pairs perfectly with the pork chops.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and moist pork chop dinner.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PORK CHOPS THAT ACTUALLY STAY MOIST!



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Seriously folks, I thought moist pork chops were a myth... until I found this recipe! Cornstarch added to the flour coating is the trick to keeping these puppies moist and tender. This is a recipe from Emeril Lagasse.

Provided by jeniwan

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 pork chops (boneless or bone-in, whatever floats your boat)
3 tablespoons creole seasoning
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch

Steps:

  • Season the chops on both sides with 2 tablespoons of the creole seasoning.
  • Combine the flour, cornstarch and remaining tablespoon of creole seasoning in a shallow bowl. Dredge the pork chops in the flour mixture.
  • In a large cast-iron skillet or saute pan, heat the oil over high heat. Add the pork chops in batches and cook until golden brown and medium, 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

THE BEST JUICY SKILLET PORK CHOPS



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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

4 pork chops, about 1-inch thick and 6 to 7 ounces each, see notes
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder, see our homemade chili powder recipe
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon neutral oil like avocado oil or vegetable oil
1 cup low-sodium chicken stock, see our homemade chicken stock recipe
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

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

MOIST BAKED PORK CHOPS



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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

4 cups cold water
¼ cup kosher salt
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
4 (5 ounce) center-cut pork chops on the bone
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
aluminum foil

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

MOIST AND TENDER BAKED PORK CHOPS



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My husband loves pork chops again. He didnt like pork chops because they were always served to him dry and tough. That is until he got to sample mine. They always come out moist and tender. We have these at least two or three times a month.

Provided by Jolene Kath

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless, pork chops - ~1 inch thick
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp seasoning salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 to 2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 to 1 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • 2. Mix together black pepper, seasoning salt, garlic & onion powder. Rub evenly all over each pork chop. (Season to your taste. My husband doesnt like his as salt so I season his less.)
  • 3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over med-high heat. Lay pork chops on pan and allow to sear for 2 minutes without moving them. Flip the pork chops over and allow to sear for 1 minute longer.
  • 4. Remove pork chops and place in an oven safe baking dish. I use a 19 x 13 pyrex baking dish.
  • 5. Pour in the water. You will want the water to come about 1/3 the way up the pork chop.
  • 6. Cover baking dish tightly. I use tinfoil and seal the sides very tight. Place in preheated oven.
  • 7. Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Your pork should be at 160 degrees when done. I would not check until at least an 1 1/2 hours have past. You will let out all the steam that is keeping the chops moist.
  • 8. The juices in the baking dish make a wonderful gravy.

SUPER MOIST PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 bone-in pork chops, 1/2-inch thick (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Golden Mushroom Soup
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until well browned on both sides.
  • Stir the soup and water in the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the pork is cooked through.

SUPER-MOIST PORK CHOPS



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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

1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 bone-in pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick (about 2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy mushroom soup

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops: Look for bone-in, thick-cut pork chops with a good amount of marbling. This will help keep them moist during cooking.
  • Brine the pork chops: Brining helps to tenderize the pork chops and add flavor. You can brine them in a simple salt and water solution, or you can add other ingredients like herbs, spices, and citrus fruits.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: Cooking the pork chops over medium heat will help to prevent them from overcooking and drying out. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest before serving: Letting the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving will help to redistribute the juices and make them more tender.

Conclusion:

By following these tips, you can cook pork chops that are moist, tender, and flavorful. Pork chops are a versatile dish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. They can be grilled, pan-fried, baked, or roasted. Pork chops can also be served with a variety of sauces and sides. With a little practice, you can learn to cook pork chops perfectly every time.

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