Tender, juicy, and full of flavor, these Oven Baked Pork Chops are a weeknight dinner win. The best part? The oven does most of the work, so you can get a homemade, from-scratch meal on the table without much fuss. If you're looking for a quick and easy pork chop recipe, this is it.
This is one of those go-to dinners I lean on when I need dinner quick but I still want something hearty and satisfying. While the chops bake, I can focus the sides. We love pairing them with my Green Beans and Potatoes recipe, it's a simple combo that always hits the spot.
Let me start by saying I don't really care for pork chops, HOWEVER, this recipe had amazing flavor! I actually had one for lunch the next day! I followed the recipe to a "T", the seasoning was perfect and the garlic and butter is what put it over the top!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐-Michele
Thank you for the fantastic recipe!
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If you enjoy this recipe, you might also like my creamy garlic pork chops recipe, oven roasted chicken thighs, or this easy pork tenderloin and potatoes. All are simple, from scratch dinner options that are perfect for busy nights.
How To Make Oven Baked Pork Chops
Making tender, juicy pork chops in the oven comes down to four simple steps:
- Use paper towels to thoroughly pat the pork chops dry on both sides. This removes excess moisture, so the chops roast evenly instead of steaming.
- Drizzle both sides of the dry pork chops with olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mixture generously over both sides.
- Evenly sprinkle minced garlic over each seasoned pork chop and place a piece of butter right on top of each chop.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Rest for 10 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute throughout the meat. Enjoy!
See the recipe card below for the full recipe.
Sky's Tips
- Pat Dry for Better Roasting: Always pat your pork chops dry with paper towels before drizzling with olive oil and seasoning. Removing excess surface moisture ensures the spices stick and helps the meat roast evenly rather than steaming in the oven.
- Don't Overcook: Pull your pork chops out of the oven as soon as an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reaches 145°F.
- Let Them Rest: Give the pork chops a full 10 minutes to rest on the baking sheet before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat so every bite stays tender and juicy.
- Bone-In vs. Boneless: We love 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops because the bone keeps the meat juicy during baking. If using boneless pork chops, start checking for doneness around 15 to 18 minutes.
- For extra flavor and a golden crust, pan sear the pork chops in an oven safe skillet before baking. Add garlic and butter after searing, then transfer to the oven.
- Spoon some of the pan drippings over the chops before serving for even more flavor.
What to Serve with Oven Baked Pork Chops
This quick main dish pairs easily with classic comfort-food sides. Here are some of our favorite pairings:
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes for a rich, hearty dinner option.
- Simple Macaroni and Cheese that the whole family will love.
- Southern Style Green Beans for a fast, delicious vegetable side.
- Fried Potatoes and Onions for a crispy, flavorful skillet side.
Since posting this recipe, I've received so many 5-star reviews! I never imagined this simple weeknight staple would become one of my most popular recipes. If you haven't tried it yet, I hope you get a chance to soon!
-Sky🩷
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📖 Recipe
Oven Baked Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone in pork chops about 1-inch thick
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder or cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter cut into 4 pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Thoroughly pat the pork chops dry on both sides with paper towels. Mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, and chipotle powder in a small bowl.
- Place the pork chops on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a baking dish. Drizzle both sides with olive oil, then season generously with the spice mixture.
- Evenly sprinkle the minced garlic over each pork chop. Top each one with a piece of butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Let the pork chops rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The bake time will vary depending on the thickness of your pork chops. This recipe works best with chops that are about 1 inch thick.
- For extra flavor and a golden crust, pan sear the pork chops in an oven safe skillet before baking. Add garlic and butter after searing, then transfer to the oven.
- Spoon some of the pan drippings over the chops before serving for even more flavor.
DW says
Could you please tell me how to adjust time/temperature for extra thick bone-in chops; thank you, I can't wait to try!
Sky Pilgreen says
Great question! For extra thick bone-in pork chops, you can keep the oven temperature the same. Just plan to add about 5 to 6 minutes of additional cook time, and start checking the internal temperature as it gets close. You’re looking for 145°F in the center. If needed, let them cook a few minutes longer until they reach that temperature. I hope you love them!
Brad says
My family loved this!
Karen Rosales says
I didn't have cayenne pepper or chipotle powder, so I used Cajun seasoning in place for the cayenne and chipotle. I made this with sour cream and chive mashed potatoes with California blend vegetables topped with a cheese sauce. And it was delicious. My husband even liked the way I did the pork chops.
Sky Pilgreen says
That sounds like a fantastic meal Karen! So glad that you and your husband enjoyed the pork chops!
Barbara J Roberts says
I loved this recipe. The garlic and butter on top is exactly what it needed!
Sky Pilgreen says
Thank you for commenting, Barbara! I am so glad you loved the pork chops!
Cynthia Shoup says
I used lamb chops instead of pork great recipe
Sky Pilgreen says
Thank you for sharing your success with using lamb chops with this recipe!
Kelly S Slaughter says
Way to salty. Needs to be 1 teaspoon.
Sky Pilgreen says
I am so sorry to hear these turned out too salty! This recipe is a favorite around here, so I’d love to help figure out what happened. By any chance, did you use table salt instead of Kosher salt? Table salt is much finer and 'saltier' than Kosher salt, so it can definitely make a big difference in the final dish! I’d love to know so I can make sure the recipe is as clear as possible for everyone.
AF says
Pork Chops turned out deliciously. I paired it with yams, corn and white rice. It was delicious with cranberry sauce and dinner rolls. Thanks for the recipe.
Sky Pilgreen says
That sounds like a wonderful dinner! So glad you enjoyed the pork chops!
Carol says
Trying to send to a friend. It's the best!
Fredecia Shunta Hendrix says
Do you cover your pork chops with foil as they're baking in the oven?
Sky Pilgreen says
Nope, no foil needed! I find that baking them uncovered gives the best texture. Just be sure to use a meat thermometer to pull them out at 145°F so they stay perfectly tender!
IB says
This recipe was great! My husband and daughter loved it! I seared the chops first then finished in the oven, so they had a great color and were tender, juicy and flavorful. I also really liked the spice mixture. Thanks!
Sky Pilgreen says
Happy to hear these pork chops were loved by you and your family! Thanks for coming back and commenting!
Mel says
These were delicious, tender and juicy as promised. (I seared them first) I pinned the recipe while we were eating it so we could have it again!
I might add a 1/2-1 tsp brown sugar next time for some sweet/saltiness.
Thank you for sharing your recipe!!
Sky Pilgreen says
Yay! I am so happy you enjoyed this recipe! Adding some brown sugar sounds like such a great idea! If you try it next time, definitely pop back over and let us know how it turned out! 🩷
Sky says
My family loved this!