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Perfect Oven-Baked Pork Chops

These effortless baked pork chops are simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and thyme and then baked for a quick and tasty dinner ready in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 169
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless center-cut pork chops about 1-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). If desired, line a baking sheet with foil for easier cleanup.
  2. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps them brown better in the oven.
  3. Brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil.
  4. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic (if using).
  5. Place the seasoned pork chops on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each chop.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 74mgFiber: 1g
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