Description
Succulent Baked Pork Chops bring classic comfort to dinner tables with juicy, perfectly seasoned meat that melts in your mouth. Simple ingredients and expert techniques ensure you’ll savor each tender, flavorful bite of this timeless home-style favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick/2.54 centimeters thick)
Seasoning Blend:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary environment by heating the oven to a precise 400°F, creating an ideal cooking atmosphere for succulent pork chops.
- Craft a flavor-packed seasoning blend by thoroughly mixing garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing vessel.
- Meticulously dry the pork chops using paper towels, eliminating excess moisture to guarantee a perfectly crisp exterior.
- Massage each chop with olive oil, ensuring complete coverage to enhance moisture retention and promote seasoning adherence.
- Liberally coat both surfaces of the pork chops with the prepared spice mixture, creating a robust flavor profile that will penetrate the meat.
- Strategically position the seasoned chops on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing sufficient space between pieces for uniform heat circulation.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, roasting for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches a safe 145°F and develops a golden-brown crust.
- Remove from oven and allow the meat to rest for 5 minutes, enabling internal juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve alongside complementary side dishes, transforming a simple meal into a memorable culinary experience.
Notes
- Moisture Matters: Pat pork chops completely dry before seasoning to guarantee a crispy, golden-brown exterior that seals in delicious juices.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature, ensuring perfectly cooked chops that remain juicy and never dry.
- Seasoning Secret: Apply olive oil before sprinkling spices to help seasonings adhere better and create a more intense flavor profile.
- Dietary Flexibility: Swap regular salt for low-sodium alternatives and use gluten-free spices to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg