Tasty Baked Chops and Easy Too
Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and flavor with "Tasty Baked Chops and Easy Too," a recipe designed for busy home cooks who crave comfort food with gourmet flair. Featuring tender, seasoned pork chops baked to perfection in a savory broth infused with garlic, paprika, thyme, and a splash of bright lemon juice, this dish promises restaurant-quality results in just 35 minutes. The chops are seared for a golden, flavorful crust before finishing in the oven, ensuring juicy bites every time. Garnished with fresh parsley and versatile enough to pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad, this easy baked pork chop recipe is a delightful main course that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is effortless to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, then rub both sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each pork chop.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Reduce the heat to low and carefully pour the chicken broth and lemon juice into the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.3 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 494 mg | 11% | |
*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.
