These baked pork loin chops are tender, juicy, and flavorful, I use my homemade pork chop seasoning that makes it a restaurant worthy dish. It is an easy recipe that I am making more often now, I marinate the pork chops with the all-in-one spice blend and pop in the oven for a delicious result.
Recipe for Baked Pork Loin Chops
I love baked pork chops the most because they are the easiest to make without any mess. No need to worry about hot oil splattering from a frying pan or cleaning up messy sheet pans afterward. All I do is season the pork chops with my homemade pork chop seasoning, put them in the oven, and that's it! So simple and fuss-free!
I have also made Juicy Skillet Pork Chops and Braised Pork Cheeks in Wine Sauce that you will like.
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⭐Why You'll Love This Baked Pork Loin Chops Recipe
- Easy Preparation: This recipe is simple to make with just a few easy steps. It's great for busy nights or when you want a quick meal without giving up on taste.
- Flavorful Seasoning: The mix of dark brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, and other spices gives a tasty and fragrant flavor.
- Versatility: This recipe is flexible and can be changed to fit what you like. You can change the seasoning mix or add your favorite herbs and spices to make it taste just how you want.
- Perfect for Entertaining: Whether you're having friends over or making dinner for your family, this recipe for baked pork loin chops is sure to be a hit.
🧾Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to make these amazing baked pork chops.
- Pork Chops: The main ingredient of this dish, giving it its protein. Decide between bone-in or boneless pork chops according to what you like. I like bone-in because they give more flavor and juiciness. Pork chops that are at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick work best.
- Salt: Boosts the pork chops' natural taste and makes the meat tender. It's also important for seasoning the dish.
- Pork Chop Seasoning: Made with dark brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, and other spices, this seasoning mix adds richness, depth, and a bit of sweetness to the pork chops. It brings out different flavors like smokiness from the paprika, warmth from the cumin, and a little kick from the spices.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: This oil is used for cooking and mixing the spice blend into a paste for marinating the pork chops. It helps create a crispy outer layer and adds richness. I prefer extra virgin olive oil for its flavor, but you can use a different oil like sunflower or butter if you like.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Baked Pork Loin Chops
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. Use paper towels to pat the pork chops dry and remove any extra moisture.
2. Put the pork chops in a bowl and add salt, pork chop seasoning, and extra virgin olive oil.
3. Rub the seasoning all over the pork chops and let them marinate for 30 minutes.
4. Put the seasoned pork chops on a baking tray.
5. Cook the pork chops in the oven at 190°C / 374°F (for a regular oven) or 170°C / 338°F (for a fan-assisted oven) for around 17 minutes. Make sure the inside of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C). Turn them over halfway through cooking. To get a golden crust, broil them for 3-4 minutes at the end.
6. When done, take the pork chops out of the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the baked pork chops hot and enjoy!
🍽 How to Serve
I enjoy serving pork chops with a salad like Cold Stuffed Tomato Salad, Pasta Salad, Waldorf Salad, or Potato Salad and some Bubble Potato Pillows or Crispy Smashed Potatoes.
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Seasoning: Be sure to coat both sides of the chops with the seasoning, and also get it around the edges. This way, you'll have the most flavor in every bite!
Baking time: I recommend baking them for a bit less time because it's better to check earlier than to wait too long. Don't broil them until they reach 60°C (140°F) inside, which might take a few minutes more than the recipe says. My pork chops, about 1 inch thick, were done in 14 minutes.
Resting time: Don't forget to let the meat rest; it really helps keep it tender.
❓Commonly Asked Questions
You can check if pork chops are done by using a meat thermometer. Make sure the inside temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium. Also, check that the juices run clear without any pinkness.
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📖 Recipe
Baked Pork Loin Chops
Ingredients
- 4 Pork Chops
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Pork Chop Seasoning
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Place the pork chops in a bowl, add salt, pork chop seasoning, and extra virgin olive oil.
- Rub the spice mixture over all sides of the pork chops and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Place the seasoned pork chops on a baking tray.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 190°C / 374°F (standard oven) or 170°C / 338°F (fan forced / convection) for about 17 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C), flipping halfway through. Broil for 3-4 minutes at the end for a golden crust.
- Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the baked pork loin chops hot and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
John says
These baked pork chops were delicious and so easy to make! Definitely a keeper recipe.
Sandra says
These looks super delicious and the best part is the seasoning which is homemade too excellent!
Sandra says
Super delicious baked pork chops and the best part it is super easy too