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Juicy Baked Pork Chops (easy recipe that always turns out tender)
Juicy Baked Pork Chops (easy recipe that always turns out tender) is made with pork chops, paprika, and onion powder.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 18 min
- Total
- 23 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 8 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Primary protein
- Pork
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Include the rest
Leave time for the resting step before continuing.
2. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
paprika
In the method: In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano.
oregano
In the method: In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano.
olive oil (divided)
In the method: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over both sides of the pork chops.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1 tablespoon paprikaIngredient note
Source: 2 teaspoons onion powderIngredient note
Source: 2 teaspoons garlic powderIngredient note
Source: 1 teaspoon oreganoIngredient note
Source: 1 teaspoon saltIngredient note
Source: 1 teaspoon pepperIngredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)Ingredient note
Source: 4 boneless pork chops
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Once you remove them from the oven, let them rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the oven and baking dish. Start with this step: Turn your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Leave time for the resting step before continuing.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Bake the pork chops uncovered for 7 minutes per ½ inch of thickness, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit - for 1 ½ inch pork chops, you'll bake them for 21 minutes.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Additional recipe notes
This recipe works best with pork chops at least 1 inch thick. For thin pork chops, I recommend using my thin pork chops recipe . What cuts of pork should I use to make this recipe? I love using rib chops, but pork loin chops and center-cut chops also work great. If the pork chops you buy don’t indicate what type they are, don’t worry! This recipe works great with all chops that are at least 1 inch thick. Baking time: Bake your boneless pork chops for 7 minutes per ½ inch of thickness, and bake bone-in pork chops for 8 minutes per half inch. Baking dish: Choose a baking dish that is just the right size for the pork chops. There shouldn’t be too much room between them, or the juices will evaporate in the oven. If you don’t have the right-sized baking dish, use a cast-iron or ovenproof frying pan instead. Elevation: This recipe has been tested at sea level. As elevation affects cooking time, you may need to cook your pork chops a little longer if you live at a higher elevation. Spice blend: You can switch up the spices in this recipe. If you have a seasoning blend you love, go ahead and use it!
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: theendlessmeal.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.