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    Perfectly Baked Pork Chops

    March 21, 2019 by Kathryn 3 Comments

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    The juiciest, easiest pork chops you'll ever eat, these bone-in baked pork chops are the perfect main course for any weeknight dinner.

    ***This post has been updated in February 2021 with updates photos, minor tweak of the recipe, and new copy. Hope you enjoy!***

    I love these pork chops for a lot of different reasons. First, pork is a great meat to add to your regular rotation because it's economical. You can get 4 large, bone-in pork chops for $12 -- which is such a bargain. You can feed a lot of people nice cuts of pork for very little.

    Second, these pork chops are such a great weeknight meal because it is fuss-free and done in less than 30 minutes. Season the pork chops, sear them, then stick them in the oven. That's it.

    Third, there are any number of roasted vegetables you can roast while the pork is cooking. My favorite is asparagus and cauliflower gnocchi from Trader Joe's. I'll explain more below, but it's a great combo.

    close up picture of a pork chop that's been cut into.

    A Simple Seasoning

    The seasoning requires only 4 ingredients to make the pork chops so flavorful:

    1. Salt
    2. Pepper
    3. Garlic powder
    4. Smoked paprika

    Place all of the spices in a small bowl, mix, then sprinkle all over the chops OR if you're like me, just sprinkle the spices directly on the pork chops from the spice jar because you're in a crazy hurry.

    close up picture of pork chop with a bite of meat on a fork.

    Tips and Tricks for Baked Pork Chops

    The secret to these pork chops is two-fold:

    1. Let your pork chops sit out at room temperature for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking.  Your meat will cook more evenly and make for juicier chops.
    2. Sear pork chops first.  Don't just stick them in the oven. Searing not only makes the pork chop look *way* more appetizing because it has that nice brown coloring, but it actually adds a ton of flavor that baking won't give you.
    two part collage showing 3 pork chops on a tray before and after seasoning is placed on them.

    What to Eat with Pork Chops

    Have you had the cauliflower gnocchi from Trader Joes?  Place the gnocchi in the microwave for one minute to defrost a bit, then pan sear them in the same pan that you cooked your pork chops (because the chops will be tented on a separate plate). So flavorful.  

    My other favorite sides to serve with baked pork chops are simple veggies you can cook while the pork chop is searing -- like Smashed Roasted Brussels Sprouts or Simple Roasted Carrots. Asparagus is also super easy to stick in the oven while the pork chops are resting.

    If you want to have something a bit more filling, this One Pot Garlic Pasta recipe is so simple.

    aerial picture of 3 cooked pork chops in a cast iron skillet.

    xox,

    kathryn

    As always, if you make anything from the blog, be sure to let me know! I love hearing from you in the comments on this post below or find Worn Slap Out on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

    Perfectly Baked Pork Chops

    The juiciest, easiest pork chops you'll ever eat, these bone-in baked pork chops are the perfect main course for any weeknight dinner.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: baked pork chops, pork chops, weeknight dinner
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 people

    Ingredients

    • 3-4 large, bone-in thick-cut pork chops
    • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375˚F.
    • Season pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
    • Add olive oil to an oven-safe, non-stick pan and heat pan on high until it's very hot (A drop of water on the pan should sizzle).
    • Place pork chops in pan and let them sear for 3 minutes (don't touch them at all!). Flip pork chops and sear other side for 3 minutes. Place whole pan in the oven and bake for 5 minutes.
    • When pork chops are done, remove from pan onto a plate and tent the pork chops with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving or cutting.

    Notes

    Make ahead: This meal is a great one to make in advance. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, place pork chops in the oven at 375˚ for about 20 minutes.
    aerial shot of white dinner plate with bone-in pork chop, fettuccine, and brussels sprouts.

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    1. Michelle - The Cat Lady's Kitchen

      March 21, 2019 at 11:23 pm

      This looks like the perfect meal! And I'm with you - trying to time every part of the meal makes me crazy sometimes!

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      • Kathryn

        March 29, 2019 at 4:01 pm

        YES! The struggle is real. One thing inevitably comes out 10 minutes before another and it’s cold by the time you get everyone to the table to eat!

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