You are perfect just the way you are, and so are Perfect Baked Pork Chops. The tender, juicy pieces of pork are flawlessly coated in a tangy garlic rub that will create the dinner you deserve. Ready to enjoy in about 25 minutes, giving you plenty of time for some much-needed self-care, Perfect Baked Pork Chops are a deliciously suitable choice for a gem like you!
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops, boneless and at least 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2 –Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3 –Place the pork chops between two pieces of plastic wrap.
Step 4 –Very gently pound the covered pork chops using a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat mallet. The purpose is not to flatten them much but rather to tenderize them, so 4-5 gentle smacks will do.
Step 5 –Rub the tenderized pork chops with the oil and the mustard.
Step 6 –In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 7 –Rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork chops.
Step 8 –Place the chops on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9 –Bake the coated pork chops until an instant thermometer inserted into the center reads 145 degrees F, about 12-15 minutes, or depending on the thickness, about 6 minutes per 1/2 inch of thickness.
Step 10 –Turn the oven to broil.
Step 11 –Broil the baked pork chops until browned, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 12 –Transfer the baked pork chops out of the oven and allow them to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 13 –Serve.
