Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer them grilled, pan-fried, baked, or braised, there's a pork chop recipe out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite recipes for cooking tasty pork chops, so you can enjoy this delicious cut of meat at home. From classic Southern-fried pork chops to Italian-inspired braised pork chops, we've got you covered. So get ready to fire up the grill or heat up the oven, because you're about to learn how to cook pork chops that will have your taste buds dancing.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GARLIC HERB-STUFFED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY
Forget dry pork chops because these pan-fried cutlets are coated in golden panko bread crumbs and stuffed with a creamy garlic and herb cheese filling to keep them juicy. They're tender, bursting with flavor, and come together in less than 30 minutes. If you've only ever had dry, sad pork chops before and want to try something different, this is the recipe for you.
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 pork chops
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, pepper, garlic powder, chives, provolone, and bacon, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
- Season all sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket through the side of the pork chop in order to create a cavity. Stuff the cavity with a generous spoonful of the cream cheese mixture and press around the edges of the pork to seal it in. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.
- Dip the stuffed pork chops in the flour, shaking off excess, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the pork chops for about one to two minutes, then flip. Remove from the heat and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and starting to brown.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1077 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 4 grams
ONE-PAN CIDER-BRAISED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: water, dried bay leaves, garlic, black peppercorn, sea salt, ice, bone-in pork chops, sea salt, pepper, high-heat cooking oil, shallots, turnip, dijon mustard, fresh sage, apple cider, reduced sodium chicken stock, collard green
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the brine: Combine the water, bay leaves, garlic, peppercorns, and salt in a medium pot over medium heat and stir until the salt is dissolved.
- Remove the brine from heat and stir in the ice cubes.
- Once the brine is cooled, add the pork chops to a glass dish and pour the brine over. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-10 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
- Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the oil in a large cast iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until nearly smoking. Add the pork chops and sear without disturbing until caramelized and browned on the first side, about 2 minutes, then flip and sear on the other side. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
- Add the shallots to the pan and cook until they begin to soften and caramelize, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.
- Add the turnips and season with salt, then spread in an even layer and let caramelize, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the mustard and sage. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in the apple cider and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low-medium and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 7 minutes.
- Add the collard greens and stir to incorporate. Nestle the pork chops into the sauce, making sure that they are partly submerged.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and cook for about 12 minutes, until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 135˚F (57˚C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes as the internal temperature continues to climb to 145˚F (63˚C).
- Divide the pork chops, vegetables, and sauce between plates and serve.
- Nutrition, Pork Chops without braising liquid: Calories: 470, Total fat: 27 grams, Sodium: 790 grams, Total carbs: 48 grams, Dietary fiber: 7 grams, Sugars: 6 grams, Protein: 48 grams Braising Liquid, ¼ cup (60 ml) serving - Calories: 20, Total fat: 0, Sodium: 48 grams, Total carbs: 5 grams, Dietary fiber: 0 grams, Sugars: 4 grams, Protein: 0 grams
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1139 calories, Carbohydrate 91 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 41 grams
SHEET-PAN PORK CHOPS, APPLE, & CABBAGE DINNER RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, green cabbage, medium fennel bulb, medium gala apples, Club House La Grille Honey & Dijon Marinade, bones in pork chops, kosher salt, black pepper
Provided by Ivan Diaz
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, toss the cabbage, fennel, and apples with ½ cup (120 ml) Club House La Grille Honey & Dijon 30 Minute Marinade. Spread in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Season the pork chops on both sides with the salt and pepper. Using a pastry brush, brush the remaining ¼ cup (60 ml) marinade over both sides of the pork chops. Transfer to the baking sheet with the cabbage mixture.
- Roast for 28-30 minutes, tossing the vegetables halfway through, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the vegetables are crisp-tender. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1120 calories, Carbohydrate 98 grams, Fat 65 grams, Fiber 24 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 62 grams
TASTY BROWN SUGAR PORK CHOPS
I found this recipe in our church cookbook! It is so easy and although it sounds odd, it is really delicious!
Provided by Dine Dish
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the pork chops in a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Place 1 tablespoon of brown sugar on top of every pork chop.
- Place 1 tablespoon of margarine on top of the brown sugar.
- Sprinkle the pork chops with soy sauce.
- Cover the pan with foil and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until browned.
GRILLED STUFFED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: porterhouse pork chops, bacon, smoked gouda cheese, fresh cilantro, fresh thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, salt, pepper
Provided by Kyle Gibson
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown bacon in a skillet. Once browned, drain and set aside.
- Combine bacon, gouda, and cilantro in a bowl and mix well. Set aside.
- Stuff pork chops with bacon, gouda, and cilantro stuffing. Season both sides with all seasonings and grill on medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the middle measures 160°F.
- Top with any remaining stuffing mixture and allow to melt.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1014 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 75 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 77 grams, Sugar 1 gram
PORK CHOPS AND CREAMY SPINACH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, onion, garlic, spinach, cream cheese, salt, pepper, thick-cut pork chops, mashed potato
Provided by Lucia Plancarte
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the spinach and cool until wilted.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool.
- Make a slit on the side of each pork chop to make a pocket, but do not cut all the way through.
- Fill the pork chops with the spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the pork chops until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- Bake the pork chops for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve the pork chops with mashed potatoes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 1 gram
TENDER 'N' TASTY PORK CHOPS
We love to grill summertime meals, and these flavorful chops can't be beat. They always turn out juicy and tender. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Place pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag; add half of the marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-5 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard marinade. Grill pork chops, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
TASTY PORK CHOPS
"My husband has always preferred beef to pork," writes Carolyn Huddelestun of Rockford, Illinois. "But after I prepared pork this way, he's often asked me to make it again. We like this best served with rice or mashed potatoes."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce; set aside. In a large skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute onion for 2-3 minutes. Add orange juice mixture; cook and stir until heated through. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TASTY TENDER PORK CHOPS
We love these pork chops. It's difficult at times to get pork chops done and not dried out when they are this thick. I started fixing them this way about 35 years ago. They are fork tender and as my nephew says "tasty". Hope you enjoy them as much as we do.
Provided by Patricia J.
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Remove pork chops from refrigerator one half hour ahead of preparing them.
- 2. Empty one sleeve of saltine crackers into food processor and pulse till crackers are in 1/4-inch pieces and smaller. If you don't have a food processor, use a zip lock bag and rolling pin. Pour crumbs a into shallow container (I use a metal pie plate).
- 3. Beat eggs until well combined and pour into shallow pan ( again I use a pie plate).
- 4. In a large skillet over medium heat, pour enough olive oil in the bottom just to coat.
- 5. Dredge pork chops, one at a time, in the beaten eggs, coating each side. Then put pork chops in cracker crumbs, pressing down to coat thoroughly. Turn pork chop over and repeat pressing down firmly to coat well.
- 6. Put pork chops in hot oil and salt and pepper each one. Fry till a golden brown and turn pork chop over and again fry till golden brown (you may have to pour more oil in the skillet again just to coat).
- 7. When pork chops are golden brown on each side, reduce heat to low and pour five ounces of water in the skillet. Cover with a lid to let steam for about 20 minutes. Check about every 10 minutes to make sure they aren't burning or need more water. If they need more water, add just 2-3 ounces.
- 8. After the 20 minutes is up, check and see is they are fork tender (fork should go in and pull out easily). If not, cook covered with lid till they are fork tender.
- 9. When fork tender, remove lid and increase cooking temperature to slightly over medium heat. Cook till bottom side crispy then turn chop and fry till that side is crispy. Serve with fried apples, hot biscuits and butter.
- 10. If I am serving them with fried apples, I use the saltine crackers. If I'm serving them with oven fried potatoes or another vegetable and salad, I sometimes will use crushed buttered garlic croutons...just follow the above direction. Have also used roughly crushed Chicken Stove Top dressing with tasty results.
Tips:
- Choose the right pork chops. Look for chops that are at least 1-inch thick and have good marbling. This will help ensure that they stay juicy and flavorful during cooking.
- Season the pork chops well. Pork chops can handle a variety of seasonings, so don't be afraid to experiment. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat. This will help prevent them from drying out. If you're cooking the pork chops in a skillet, make sure to sear them for a few minutes per side before reducing the heat to medium.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to the desired doneness. The internal temperature of the pork chops should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 155 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, and 165 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
- Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in more tender and flavorful pork chops.
Conclusion:
Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can ensure that your pork chops turn out juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.
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