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Baked Pork Chops make the best weeknight meal. These pork chops are ready in less than 30 minutes and are seasoned with simple spices.
Pork Recipes are always on the menu because of how easy they are to cook and how juicy they are. If you have made our Skillet Pork Chops, Smothered Pork Chops, Shake and Bake Pork Chops and Baked Bone In Pork Chops then you are going to love these baked pork chops recipe.
These pork chops bake golden brown, juicy and so very tender.
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Why We Love Baked Pork Chops
Baked Pork Chops are seasoned with a delicious spice rub that is made with pantry staples. Prep time is easy and the pork chops bake perfectly with caramelized onions.
We usually use bone-in pork chops but you can easily use boneless pork chops or pork loin chops.
Ingredients
- Bone-In Pork Chops – Cook pork chops about 1-inch thick
- Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice
- Dried Thyme Leaves – See How to Dry Thyme if using fresh thyme
- Garlic Powder – See The Best Garlic Powder Substitute if you are out
- Butter – We used unsalted butter
- Onions – If you are out of fresh onions, see the Best Onion Substitute or you can omit them.
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
How to Make Baked Pork Chops
- Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 375°Fahrenheit.
Step 2 – In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3 – Rub the pork chops with olive oil and sprinkle the herb mixture evenly over both sides.
Step 4 – In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 5 – In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Sauté for 7-10 minutes, or until the onions are softened and caramelized.
Step 6 – In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and honey.
Step 7 – Pour the chicken broth mixture over the onions, stirring to combine. Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the onion mixture.
- Step 8 – Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F) and the onions are tender. We recommend using an instant read thermometer to check internal temperature.
- Step 9 – Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Rest Pork Chops – Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier and more flavorful meat.
- Change the Onions – If you prefer a stronger onion flavor, you can use red onions instead of yellow or white onions.
- Cooking Time – When cooking pork chops, make sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are fully cooked.
- Skillet – We recommend using a cast iron skillet to make this recipe. You can sear the pork chops in this skillet on the stove top and then transfer to the oven to bake. But you can also use a baking dish when baking the pork chops in the oven.
Serving Suggestions
These juicy pork chops make a great meal idea. Adding side dish recipes make for a complete meal. These are some of our favorites.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to keep the pork chops from drying out is to add oil and seasoning mixture to the pork chops. It is also important to cook the pork chops at room temperature and to sear the pork chops in a hot skillet before baking in the oven.
We used bone-in pork chops but you can also use boneless pork chops but the cooking time may change.
There is no need to cover the pork chops with aluminum foil when baking in the oven.
Store the leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last about 4-5 days. Reheat the leftovers in the oven or in the microwave.
Yes, pork chops freeze great. Place the cooled pork chops in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
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Baked Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large onions sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the pork chops with olive oil and sprinkle the herb mixture evenly over both sides.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Sauté for 7-10 minutes, or until the onions are softened and caramelized.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and honey.
- Pour the chicken broth mixture over the onions, stirring to combine.
- Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the onion mixture.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork chops are
- cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F) and the onions are tender.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
