If you’re looking for an easy, delicious way to satisfy your craving for pork chops, look no further than these oven-baked boneless pork chops! This recipe will take you only minutes to prepare and features a delectable combination of flavors from ingredients you probably already have on hand.
These tender, juicy, mouthwatering boneless pork chops take less than 30 minutes from fridge to plate. Everyone will be ready for dinner once they smell the delicious aromas that will fill the kitchen. I think you’re really gonna love this one!
Why Make Boneless Pork Chops in the Oven?
Making pork chops in the oven is quick, efficient, and most of all, delicious. While we all love a good pork chop on the grill, we don’t always have the opportunity or time for grilling. Making pork chops in the oven is a wonderful option. And with just a few simple ingredients, we’ll be able to get tender, juicy pork chops that are absolutely loaded with flavor.
They are also very budget-friendly and make for a very affordable, delicious dinner.
Equipment Needed
This recipe is just about as simple as it gets. Use a standard baking sheet covered with aluminum foil.
Ingredients
We’ll be creating a simple seasoning rub that consists of a few pantry-friendly ingredients: brown sugar, smoked paprika, ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. These ingredients harmonize wonderfully with pork recipes. The brown sugar aids in achieving color and caramelization, and its sweetness elevates the succulence of the pork. Smoked paprika adds a nice depth to the flavor, especially when grilling isn’t an option.
One ingredient I particularly enjoy using is ground mustard. This isn’t the same as prepared yellow mustard; it’s a powder derived from ground mustard seeds. It enhances the overall flavor profile while making the other flavors pop even more.
For the pork chops – the thicker the better. Always look for boneless pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick. If you find them thicker – 1.5 inches, even better! Thick pork chops cook in the oven much better than thin pork chops.
Preparation
Begin by preheating the oven to 425°F and lining a baking sheet with aluminum foil. The foil will make cleanup much easier, especially since brown sugar can become sticky and hard to remove from the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together. First, coat each pork chop with extra virgin olive oil. Then, generously apply the seasoning rub to all sides; you should have enough rub to cover each piece thoroughly. As you apply the seasoning, be sure to massage it into the meat. Once seasoned, arrange the pork chops on the prepared, foil-lined baking sheet.
Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes
Place the pork chops in the oven preheated to 425°F for 15-20 minutes. The real key to success is ensuring the internal temperature of the pork is just right. Boneless pork chops are usually very lean, and to achieve tender and juicy results, it’s crucial not to overcook them. Ideally, the center of each pork chop should reach 145°F when measured with an instant-read thermometer. However, remove the pork chops from the oven when their internal temperature reads 140°F. After removal, let them rest on a plate. The residual heat, or carryover cooking, will increase their internal temperature to 145°F. This method ensures the pork chops are not overcooked, which could easily make them dry and chewy.
Pro Tip: Carryover Cooking
After cooking, it’s essential to let pork chops rest for at least 5 minutes before serving or slicing. This rest period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, improving its overall moisture and flavor. As the pork chops rest, a phenomenon known as “carryover cooking” also occurs. The residual heat continues to cook the meat even off the heat source, raising its internal temperature by several degrees. Understanding and using these two principles—resting and carryover cooking—can significantly enhance the texture, juiciness, and flavor of your pork chops.
Substitutions
While most of the ingredients are pretty standard, there’s always the possibility you may be missing some or want to make some changes.
- Ground Mustard – this is a great ingredient and really fills out the flavor profile nicely. If you don’t have any, I generally suggest just leaving it out. However, some may opt for using regular prepared yellow mustard. Here’s the thing, it will actually taste great! But, since the prepared mustard is a liquid-based ingredient, we won’t get the same caramelization we’d get by using dry ingredients.
- Smoked Paprika – again, I’m a big fan of smoked paprika. It adds such a wonderful depth to the flavor and beautiful color to the meat. You can certainly use regular paprika in its place. It won’t have that same smoky essence, but will still produce subtle flavor and will definitely still give us that great color.
Serving Suggestions
Our pork chops will have a flavor reminiscent of BBQ. Feel free also to add your favorite bbq sauce as well!
For a side dish, you can’t go wrong with the following:
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes: Throw a few potatoes in the air fryer for awesome results and a crispy skin you’ll love. Load them up with your favorite toppings and they par excellent with your pork chops.
- Irresistible Air Fryer Garlic Herb Potatoes: Oh, I love this one! Just a few simple seasonings and your air fryer makes the most amazing potatoes!
- Instant Pot Rice Pilaf: I think this side-dish literally goes with just about anything.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can bone-in pork chops be used?
Absolutely! Bone-in pork chops can take longer, usually 5-10 minutes longer. Be sure to closely monitor the internal temperature, as instructed for best results.
Can the pork chops be broiled?
For even more caramelization of the delicious dry rub, remove the pork chops from the oven 5 minutes sooner and place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
Do the pork chops need to be flipped during cooking?
Nope
How do I store the cooked pork chops?
Make sure they’ve cooled and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
And You Gotta Try…
If you love pork chops and you’re looking for some more great recipes, we have a few you gotta try!
Pork Schnitzel with Creamy Dill Sauce: Wow… just wow. Take some boneless pork chops, pound them thing and tender and fry ’em up with a golden breading. Oh, and then add an unbelievable creamy dill sauce. You gotta try this one!
Air Fryer Coriander Crusted Pork Chops: With a simple rub mix that features the awesomeness of coriander, these pork chops are a huge hit!
Best Damn Oven Baked Ribs: Did you know that making baby back ribs at home is actually easy? Yes, indeed, and we’ll have you enjoying a slab of ribs with our easy, oven-baked recipe!
Recipe
Best Damn Oven Baked Boneless Pork Chops
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- Author: RecipeTeacher
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
Succulent, mouthwatering boneless pork chops are expertly seasoned and baked to perfection right in your own oven. This no-hassle, no-fuss recipe uses straightforward ingredients and steps to provide a speedy, sensational dinner for any evening of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops, at least 1″ thick
- 2 tbs brown sugar
- 1 tbs smoked paprika
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tbs olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, combine all the dry ingredients to make the seasoning rub.
- Brush each pork chop with olive oil, then apply the seasoning rub liberally. Be sure to massage the rub into the meat, ensuring all sides are well-seasoned.
- Arrange the seasoned pork chops on the foil-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the pork chops in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. Monitor closely and when the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 140°F, as measured with an instant-read thermometer, remove from oven.
- Allow the pork chops to rest for at least 5 minutes after removal from the oven. This rest period allows for carryover cooking, which will increase the internal temperature to the recommended 145°F.
- Once the pork chops have rested, they’re ready to serve. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
