Juicy Baked Pork Chops
Warm and savory, these Juicy Baked Pork Chops are a delightfully easy way to bring comfort to your dinner table, ensuring moist and flavorful meat with minimal prep time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub each pork chop with olive oil and season evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme or rosemary, black pepper, salt, and optional chili flakes.
- Melt the butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Place the seasoned pork chops in the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness without cutting into the meat. Let the pork chops rest after cooking for juicier results.