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1. How To Cook Pork Chops in Oven
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 ° F.
In a small bowl, add olive oil, salt, black pepper powder, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and brown sugar then mix well
Pat dry your pork chops with paper towels then brush the spice mixture mixed in step 2 on both sides of the pork chop
Place seasoned pork chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Pork chops are done when the internal temperature of pork chops reaches 145 ° F
Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
2. How To Cook Pork Chops on Stove
Ingredients
- 15 oz (425g) center cut boneless pork chops (3 pork chops)
- salt & ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chopped Italian parsley (for garnishing)
- Honey Sauce
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 dashes cayenne pepper
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and ground black pepper. Combine all the ingredients for the Honey Sauce, stirring thoroughly to mix well.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the pork chops in the skillet and pan fry each side without moving for 3-4 minutes, or until they develop a golden brown crust. Flip and repeat on the other side.
Push the pork chops to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining butter to the empty space. Once melted, add the garlic and sauté for about 10 seconds, until it just starts to turn light brown. Then, pour in the Honey Garlic Sauce. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces to a thicker consistency and turns a rich amber brown color.
Spoon the sauce over the pork chops. Turn off the heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
3. How To Cook Pork Chops in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 5 ounces boneless pork loin chops, 6 of them
- 1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1¼ teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder, or chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat your air fryer to 400°F for about 5 minutes.
Pat dry the pork chops with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Add the salt, paprika, pepper, onion and garlic powder, and the chipotle or chili powder to a small bowl. Stir to combine.
Brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil.
Season both sides of the chops with the seasonings.
Generously spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Place the pork chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; if necessary, cook them in batches.
Cook the pork chops in the air fryer for about 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chops and your air fryer model. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
Once done, remove the pork chops from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
4. How To Cook Pork Chops on Grill
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
For the Pork Chop Marinade:
- 1 cup apple juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Pork Chop Dry Rub
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your desired level of spiciness)
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together the apple juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and kosher salt to make the marinade.
Place the pork chops in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
In a separate bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dry rub: ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create the dry rub blend.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Sprinkle the dry rub mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops, pressing it gently into the meat.
Place the pork chops on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops and the heat of your grill.
Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in tender and juicy pork chops.
Serve the grilled pork chops with your favorite side dishes like grilled vegetables, coleslaw, or roasted potatoes.
Now, you knew how to cook pork chops in 4 different ways. After reading this article, I hope that you will have tender and juicy pork chops at home. Good luck
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