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Juicy Oven Baked Pork Chops

Juicy oven baked pork chops with a golden, spiced crust and a blush-pink center that stays moist. Bakes at 400°F, then rests 5 minutes for maximum juiciness before slicing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
rest 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork chops
  • 4 bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 salt and black pepper to taste
Serving
  • 1 lemon wedges
  • 1 fresh parsley

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep and heat
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels—this is critical for a good crust.
Season and bake
  1. Brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil and season generously with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place the pork chops on the baking sheet and bake 15–20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Rest and serve
  1. Rest the pork chops 5 minutes before serving so the juices set and don’t run out when you slice.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for brightness over the golden-spiced crust.

Notes

For the most consistent juiciness, don’t skip drying the chops thoroughly, and use an instant-read thermometer to pull them right at 145°F. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently so they don’t dry out. Freezing is not recommended for best texture. For a lower-sodium option, use a reduced-salt seasoning blend and keep pepper and spices the same.