Saucy Oven Pork Chops

Juicy, tender, and irresistibly flavorful, these Saucy Oven Pork Chops are the ultimate comfort food for any night of the week. Perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of spices, these pork chops are first seared to golden perfection and then baked in a rich, tangy sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for a delightful balance of sweet and savory. The sauce thickens beautifully in the oven, coating the pork chops in a glossy layer of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick oven finish, this dish is as easy as it is delicious. Serve them with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a hearty, satisfying dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfectly suited for weeknights or casual entertaining, these Saucy Oven Pork Chops are your new go-to for a foolproof pork recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water. Mix well and simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them to coat.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Uncover the skillet and spoon more sauce over the pork chops. Continue to bake, uncovered, for another 10 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the saucy pork chops hot, garnished with your favorite fresh herbs if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1728.8

Total Fat 116.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 362.0mg	0%
Sodium 4510.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.7g
Protein 104.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.0IU	0%
Calcium 151.3mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1762.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 13.3%