Oven baked pork chops are a quick and easy dinner. How quick you might ask? We are going to answer how long to bake pork chops at 375 degrees and share a simple recipe that you will want to make again and again.

 

Pork chops are easy to overcook because they are typically very lean with little fat. They can dry out if they cook too long. This flavorful recipe for easy baked pork chops at 375 degrees helps to keep them tender and juicy.

How long to bake pork chops at 375 degrees?

So how long do you bake pork chops in the oven? The answer will vary depending on the thickness of the pork chop. A 1-inch thick, boneless pork chop will bake for 18-20 minutes at 375 degrees. A 1/2-inch thick pork chop will bake for 10-15 minutes at 375 degrees. The chops will then need to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Ingredients needed

Pork chops – You can use boneless or bone-in pork chops, 1/2-inch – 1-inch in thickness.

Olive oil – Used to help cook and brown the pork chops.

Paprika

Garlic powder, onion powder

Salt and ground black pepper

How to bake pork chops at 375 degrees

Step one: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Mix together seasonings of choice. For this recipe, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step two: Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Place chops in the baking dish.

Step three: Pour olive oil over tops of the pork chops then top with seasoning mixture.

Step four: Bake in a preheated oven at 375 degrees for 18-25 minutes depending on the thickness of the chop. Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to make sure it reaches 145 degrees. If using 1/2-inch pork chop, check the temperature after 12 minutes of cooking.

Step five: Let pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

What is the best temperature to cook pork chops in the oven?

There isn’t a best and worst temperature to cook pork chops. The important thing is to make sure they reach the proper safe internal temperature. The USDA recommends pork chops be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

Baking at 375 degrees F works well, baking at 400 degrees F will give you a more caramelized texture.

Tips for the best pork chops

• Remove uncooked pork chops from the refrigerator about 10 minutes before baking. This will help bring them to room temperature and bake evenly.
• Pat pork chops dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before baking.
• I recommend checking the internal temperature of the pork chops after they have baked for 12 minutes. Remember cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops.
• If you don’t have one, I recommend investing in an instant read thermometer.
• Be careful not to overcook to ensure tender pork chops.
• For the best results, make sure to let the chops rest for 5 minutes after baking. This helps to lock in the juices to keep them moist.
• Thick pork chops are typically a little more juicy. Thinner chops will dry out faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

More easy pork recipes

• Leftover pulled pork recipes
• Air fryer pork loin
• Oven baked pork tenderloin

Did you try this recipe? Let me know in the comments.