Savor the irresistible Southern charm of Carolina Golden Pork Chops and Baked Beans—a one-pan meal that combines tender, golden-seared bone-in pork chops with a rich, savory-sweet baked bean medley. Infused with bold flavors from a marinade of brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and yellow mustard, the pork chops bake to perfection atop a robust mixture of baked beans, molasses, ketchup, diced onions, and a hint of cayenne. This comforting dish seamlessly blends tangy, smoky, and slightly sweet notes, making it a hearty dinner ideal for any weeknight or gathering. With just 15 minutes of prep and a bake time in the oven, it’s a convenient, flavor-packed option for satisfying southern-style cravings in under an hour.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, and olive oil to create the marinade for the pork chops.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the canned baked beans, ketchup, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, and ground cayenne pepper to the skillet with the onions. Stir well to combine.
Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet on top of the baked beans mixture.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the pork chops with a generous scoop of the baked bean mixture on the side. Enjoy!
Calories |
3456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 144.9 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 7747 mg | 337% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.0 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.1 g | ||
| Protein | 232.2 g | 464% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 635 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 6064 mg | 129% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.