Description
Succulent baked pork chops seasoned with garlic and paprika for a flavorful, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get that baking magic started.
- Drizzle olive oil over your pork chops, rubbing it in well; this will create a wonderful crust.
- Generously season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring every inch of the chop is coated in flavor.
- Place the seasoned chops in the baking dish, spaced out for even cooking—each chop deserves its room.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Use your meat thermometer to check for that glorious 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
- Once cooked, let the chops rest for 5 minutes. This makes a world of difference in juicy tenderness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for an aromatic touch, serve, and enjoy the delightful journey each bite brings!
Notes
Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery chops; always use a thermometer. You can prepare the seasoning mix and apply it to the meat a few hours in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg