Oven-Roasted Pork Chops
Oven-Roasted Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in loin pork chops (about 3/4 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, optional
Instructions
- 1
Gather the ingredients. Heat the oven to 375 F.
- 2
Place a lightly oiled 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. A ridged pan is best, but any cast-iron pan will work.
- 3
Rub 4 bone-in loin pork chops (about 3/4 inch thick) with 1 tablespoon olive oil and then sprinkle all over with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. If desired, sprinkle them lightly with a 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
- 4
Sear the chops in the hot skillet for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until nicely browned.
3 min - 5
Transfer the skillet with the pork chops to the preheated oven and roast for about 6 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness. The pork chops should register at least 145 F on an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the meat. Serve and enjoy.
6 min
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 4 servings)
