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Easy Baked Pork Chops

These Easy Baked Pork Chops are perfect for a quick and tasty dinner, featuring juicy, flavorful chops with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chop Preparation
  • 4 pieces Pork chops Bone-in or boneless, adjust cooking time as needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For brushing on the chops.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
Serving Suggestions
  • Your favorite sides (e.g., vegetables, potatoes) Popular pairings include roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried thyme to create the spice rub.
  3. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
  4. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.
  5. Place the pork chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and are no longer pink in the center.
  2. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Make sure to pat the pork chops dry before applying the olive oil and spice rub for better adherence. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chops are cooked perfectly.