Juicy Baked Pork Chops
Sink your teeth into these irresistibly *Juicy Baked Pork Chops*, a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that’s as simple as it is delicious! Perfectly seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, and thyme, these bone-in pork chops are first seared to golden perfection, then baked in a luscious mixture of chicken broth and lemon juice for ultimate tenderness. The result? A dish that’s bursting with bold flavors, complemented by a buttery pan sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy pork chop recipe is ideal for busy nights and guarantees a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve with roasted veggies or mashed potatoes to complete the experience. Looking for the best baked pork chops? This recipe hits all the marks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the pork chops on both sides with olive oil, then evenly sprinkle the seasoning mixture over each side, pressing it gently into the meat.
Heat the butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the butter is fully melted and hot, add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Remove the skillet from heat and pour the chicken broth and lemon juice around the chops.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for a few minutes.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving and serve warm with the pan juices spooned over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 626 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 396 mg | 8% | |
*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.
