Perfect! Baked Pork Chops can be juicy, flavorful, and easy to make in the oven. Here’s a straightforward method. 🥩🔥
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp butter for extra richness
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line with foil.
2. Season the pork chops
- Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
- Rub with olive oil.
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides.
3. Bake
- Place pork chops in the baking dish.
- Bake 20–25 minutes for 1-inch thick chops (internal temperature 145°F / 63°C).
- Optional: In the last 2–3 minutes, add a small pat of butter on top for extra flavor.
4. Rest
- Let pork chops rest 3–5 minutes before serving to keep them juicy.
💡 Tips
- For extra crisp edges, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Bone-in chops are usually juicier, but boneless cook faster.
- Serve with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a side salad.
I can also give a baked pork chops with creamy mushroom sauce version if you want a richer, restaurant-style dish.
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