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Baked Bone In Pork Chops make the best weeknight meal. The pork chops cooks tender and with amazing flavor. Dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Oven Baked Bone-In Pork Chops are baked perfectly with amazing texture in the oven. Prep time is simple with no need to sear the pork chops before baking. Juicy pork chops make a delicious main dish recipe and you can easily serve for a quick and easy weeknight meal or to feed company.

If you have made our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops and Crockpot Cowboy Pork Chops Recipe then you will love this easy bone in pork chops recipe. Another easy idea is this Shake and Bake Pork Chops.

Why This Recipe Works

This Bone-In Pork Chop Recipe is made with simple pantry staples spices. It cooks easily in the oven but you can also cook in a cast iron skillet.

These pork chops are loaded with flavor and turn out so juicy. If your family is tired of chicken recipes, then make these pork chops.

Ingredients

Top-down view of raw bone-in pork chops in a glass dish, placed next to a small wooden board holding five different spices. A small bowl of salt, a small bowl of olive oil, and text at the bottom right corner that says "Eating On A Dime.com" are also visible.
  • Bone-In Pork Chops – Bake this recipe with boneless pork chops or Bone-In Pork Loin Chops. Cooking time may change.
  • Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice. We have also used vegetable oil and avocado oil.
  • Garlic Powder – See The Best Garlic Powder Substitute if you are out
  • Onion Powder – If you are out see Best Onion Powder Substitutes
  • Smoked Paprika – Feel free to use regular paprika

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How to Make Baked Bone In Pork Chops

  • Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
A glass bowl filled with various spices, including paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and other herbs sits ready for seasoning Baked Pork Chops. A metal whisk is partially submerged in the mixture. A striped cloth napkin rests to the side on a light gray surface.

Step 2 – In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.

Two raw baked bone-in pork chops marinating in olive oil on a white rectangular plate. A small clear bowl filled with olive oil is beside the plate on a light gray surface. A black and white striped cloth napkin is partially visible to the left of the plate.

Step 3 – Rub the olive oil evenly over both sides of each pork chop.

A rectangular white dish contains two raw, seasoned bone-in pork chops. To the side of the dish is a small bowl of seasoning with a wooden spoon resting on it. A small, round glass container of olive oil sits beside a blue and white striped cloth.

Step 4 – Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each pork chop, rubbing it in gently to ensure it adheres well.

A baking sheet with four seasoned bone-in pork chops arranged on parchment paper. The baking sheet is placed on a light gray surface, with part of a gray and white striped kitchen towel visible in the bottom left corner, ready to be baked to perfection.

Step 5 – Place the seasoned pork chops on the prepared baking sheet.

  • Step 6 – Bake the pork chops in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F at the thickest part.
  • Step 7 – Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving on a paper towel lined plate.

Expert Tips

  • Cooking Pork Chops – Allow the pork chops to come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Picking Pork Chops – Choose pork chops that are ¾ to 1 inch thick for the best results. Thinner chops may dry out quickly, while thicker chops may require a longer cooking time.
  • Baking Dish – Feel free to use a baking dish or baking sheet to cook the easy baked pork chops. Make sure to line the pan with parchment paper or foil.
A close-up of a plate with two seasoned and cooked bone-in pork chops stacked on top of each other, garnished with herbs. The dish is served with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans. A fork is inserted into the top pork chop. A bunch of fresh parsley is in the background.

Serving Suggestions

Pork chops always make a meal that my entire family loves. We love to serve with Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans with Bacon Recipe, side salad and Homemade Crescent Rolls.

Feel free to serve with your favorite side dish recipes to complete this meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Best Temperature to Cook Bone In Pork Chops at?

The best internal temperature to cook bone in pork chops at is 145 degrees. Make sure to use a meat thermometer to check the thickest part of the pork chops.

How Long to Bake Bone In Pork Chops?

Cooking time will vary depending on how thick the pork chops are. Our pork chops took about 20 minutes to bake. But we always use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are fully cooked.

How to Store Leftover Pork Chops

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last about 3-4 days.

Can I Freeze Bone In Pork Chops?

Yes, these pork chops freeze great in a freezer safe container. If stored properly, the pork chops will stay fresh for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat Pork Chops

Reheat the pork chops after they have thawed in the fridge overnight. Reheat in the oven or microwave, depending on how many you are reheating.

A plate featuring seasoned baked bone-in pork chops on a bed of mashed potatoes, accompanied by a serving of green beans. In the background, there are herbs, an onion, garlic, and bottles labeled OIL and VINEGAR. A fork rests on the plate's right side.

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A plated meal consisting of a seasoned baked bone-in pork chop on a bed of mashed potatoes, accompanied by green beans. Fresh herbs can be seen sprinkled on top of the pork chop. In the background, fresh garlic, herbs, and a cutting board are visible. A fork rests on the plate.

Baked Bone In Pork Chops

5 from 2 votes
Baked Bone In Pork Chops make the best weeknight meal. The pork chops cooks tender and with amazing flavor. Dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Let Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 357

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
  • Rub the olive oil evenly over both sides of each pork chop.
  • Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each pork chop, rubbing it in gently to ensure it adheres well.
  • Place the seasoned pork chops on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the pork chops in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they reach an internal
  • temperature of 145°F at the thickest part.
  • Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

Allow the pork chops to come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking.
Choose pork chops that are ¾ to 1 inch thick for the best results. Thinner chops may dry out quickly, while thicker chops may require a longer cooking time.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 357kcal, Carbohydrates 1g, Protein 35g, Fat 22g, Saturated Fat 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3g, Monounsaturated Fat 11g, Trans Fat 0.2g, Cholesterol 117mg, Sodium 676mg, Potassium 612mg, Fiber 0.4g, Sugar 0.1g, Vitamin A 270IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 39mg, Iron 1mg

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Hi, I’m Carrie. Welcome to Eating on a Dime!

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  1. Jo sparks says:

    5 stars
    Very tasty! Will definitely have this again.

  2. Casey says:

    5 stars
    These pork chops were baked to perfection and my kids loved the way the taste!