Best 7 Roast Pork Loin Chop Recipes

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Pork loin chops are a popular and versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in various ways. The thickest part of the loin, the center-cut pork loin chops, is preferred for roasting. These chops are flavorful and juicy due to the marbling of fat throughout the meat. The pork loin chops in this article are seasoned with a simple rub of salt, pepper, and garlic powder before being roasted in the oven until cooked through. The result is a tender and delicious meal that can be served with your choice of sides. This article also includes a recipe for a flavorful marinade that can be used to enhance the taste of the pork chops, as well as a recipe for a tasty glaze that can be brushed on the chops during the last few minutes of roasting for an extra layer of flavor and color.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PERFECT SIMPLE ROASTED PORK CHOPS



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Don't let the simplicity of this recipe fool you. Served with a salad and a fast side dish, these pork chops are perfect for a busy weeknight, and my children love it.

Provided by Rhonda Elaine

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 boneless center-cut pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons dried thyme, lightly crushed, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle chops on all sides with thyme, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a pork chop reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Tent aluminum foil over the chops and let rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 73.9 mg

ROAST PORK LOIN



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This simple roast solves three dilemmas: 1) you're nervous to cook a big hunk of meat 2) you want to impress on a budget and 3) your time is limited and precious. Whether this is your first holiday as host or you just don't want to stress about the main course, consider this dish a meat, sauce and side -- all in one!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
One 3- to 3 1/2-pound boneless pork loin roast (remove the string if your roast has been tied)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium red onions, each cut through the core into 8 intact wedges
2 cups hard apple cider
One 7-ounce bag mixed dried fruit or 1/4 cup each dried apples, dried apricots, dried pears, prunes and golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Stir together the mustard and thyme in a small bowl. Season the pork roast all over with a generous amount of salt and pepper, then rub the top with the mustard-thyme mixture (leave the bottom and sides bare).
  • Heat the oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, undisturbed, until dark golden brown in spots, about 2 minutes. Turn the onion wedges over and cook for 2 minutes more. Pour in the cider, stirring to scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet. Scatter the dried fruit evenly in the skillet and remove from the heat.
  • Put the roast in the skillet mustard-side up, then bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the middle of the roast reads 145 to 150 degrees F, about 1 hour (the roast will continue cooking once you remove it from the oven). Transfer the roast to a cutting board, tent with foil and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Cut the roast into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Season the pan sauce, onions and dried fruit with salt and pepper and serve with the pork.

OVEN-ROASTED PORK CHOPS



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Oven-roasted pork chops are a quick and easy preparation with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices, and are perfect for any night of the week.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 21m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pork chops (bone-in, loin, about 3/4-inch thickness)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Optional: 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Heat the oven to 375 F.
  • Place a lightly oiled 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. A ridged pan is best, but any cast-iron pan will work.
  • Rub the pork chops with olive oil and then sprinkle all over with salt and freshly ground black pepper. If desired, sprinkle them lightly with a little garlic powder and dried thyme.
  • Sear the chops in the hot skillet for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until nicely browned.
  • Transfer the skillet with the pork chops to the preheated oven and roast for about 6 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness. The pork chops should register at least 145 F on an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the meat.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 kcal, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 336 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

DAD'S BASIC MOIST PORK ROAST



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This is the best and most basic way to ensure a juicy, perfectly-cooked pork roast every time. This recipe really requires a good thermometer -- either a $10 instant-read type or, even better, the type that pierces the meat and stays in place while connected to an outside-the-oven monitor. If you can swing that, then try your favorite marinade or rub on this recipe. Use your imagination on the rubs and marinades, but ensure you bring your roast directly from the fridge to the roasting pan -- Dad's recipe works best that way.

Provided by CHEFSINGLEDAD

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Roast Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 (3 pound) boneless top loin pork roast

Steps:

  • Combine oil, pepper, and salt in a bowl; rub oil mixture over pork and refrigerate while oven preheats.
  • Preheat an oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
  • Place a roasting rack in a large roasting pan; arrange pork on the roasting rack.
  • Roast in preheated oven until pork with browned, about 30 minutes. Remove pork from oven and reduce oven heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Allow pork to rest uncovered at room temperature for 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read between 115 degrees F (46 degrees C) and 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
  • Return to oven and continue to cook until pork is slightly pink in the center, 15 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Let the roast stand uncovered at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 78.6 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 367.3 mg

ROASTED PORK LOIN



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Succulent pork roast with fragrant garlic, rosemary and wine.

Provided by Kathleen Burton

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
salt and pepper to taste
2 pounds boneless pork loin roast
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Crush garlic with rosemary, salt and pepper, making a paste. Pierce meat with a sharp knife in several places and press the garlic paste into the openings. Rub the meat with the remaining garlic mixture and olive oil.
  • Place pork loin into oven, turning and basting with pan liquids. Cook until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove roast to a platter. Heat the wine in the pan and stir to loosen browned bits of food on the bottom. Serve with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 53.7 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 42.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PAN ROASTED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 double cut pork chops
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Essence, recipe follows
Sauteed Cabbage, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced bacon
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1/4 cup sherry

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, add olive oil. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and Essence. Add pork chops to skillet and cook for 3 minutes per side. Place skillet in oven for 10 minutes or until pork chops are cooked to 150 degrees F. Serve with sauteed cabbage.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William Morrow, 1993.
  • Heat oil in large skillet. Add bacon and cook until fat is rendered. Add shallots and cabbage and cook until wilted. Add the sherry and heat through.

ROAST PORK LOIN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 boneless center-cut pork loin roast (about 2 pounds), trimmed and tied (see below)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 large turnip, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 large carrots, sliced
8 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 tablespoons cut into cubes and kept cold
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup heavy cream
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over high heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper and sear on all sides until golden brown. Combine the mustard and vinegar and brush over the pork. Transfer to the oven and roast the pork until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 145 degrees, about 35 minutes.
  • Transfer the pork to a cutting board and tent with foil for 10 minutes. Remove strings, slice and serve with Fall Vegetable Cobbler (recipe below)
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Whisk the broth and 1/4 cup flour in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the mustard and vegetables; simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons butter and salt and pepper to taste; transfer to a 3-quart baking dish.
  • Whisk the remaining 1 3/4 cups flour, the baking powder and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Rub in the cold cubed butter with your hands until the dough resembles coarse meal. Lightly stir in 3/4 cup cream with a fork. Place big spoonfuls of dough (about 6) on top of the vegetables and brush with the remaining 1/4 cup cream. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 45 minutes. Scatter parsley on top.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour

Tips:

  • Choose a pork loin chop that is at least 1 inch thick for best results.
  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit before cooking the pork chops.
  • Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before cooking.
  • Sear the pork chops in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side to create a nice crust.
  • Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and cook them in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Roast pork loin chops are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With their tender texture and flavorful crust, pork loin chops are sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, roast pork loin chops are a great option. Experiment with different seasonings and side dishes to find your favorite way to enjoy this classic dish.

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