Oven Baked Pork Chops

The perfect blend of juicy pork, flavorful spices, and fuss-free baking bring together this delicious Oven Baked Pork Chops recipe. Baked to perfection in less than 20 minutes, this is a great choice for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Oven Baked Pork Chops

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Total Time 33

Servings servings

Calories 255kcal

Author Tanya

Ingredients

6 pork chops boneless, 1 inch thick, patted dry
2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix the paprika, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, chili powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
Arrange the pork chops in a 13x9 baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle the olive oil over the pork chops and rub it in. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork chops, ensuring they are well-coated on both sides.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, and bake the pork chops for about 18-22 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
Once done, remove the pork chops from the oven and rest for about 5 minutes before serving, allowing the temperature to rise to 145°F (63°C).

Notes

The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your pork chops. Thicker chops may require a longer baking time, while thinner chops may cook quicker.
Drizzling olive oil over the pork chops before baking helps to keep them moist and adds a nice flavor. However, you can use other types of oil or even a light spray of cooking oil if preferred.
Allow the pork chops to rest for 5 minutes to help redistribute the juices within the meat, keeping it moist and tender.

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