Sugar-Free Juicy Baked Pork Chops
Elevate your dinner game with these mouthwatering Sugar-Free Juicy Baked Pork Chops, a healthy twist on a comfort food classic. Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, fresh thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, and a touch of lemon juice, these tender bone-in pork chops are seared to perfection before being oven-baked to lock in all their natural juices. This easy recipe is not only sugar-free but also low in sodium thanks to the use of a light soy sauce marinade, making it a guilt-free option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ready in just 40 minutes from prep to plated perfection, these succulent chops are best served with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding the family, this dish offers a deliciously wholesome alternative to sugary glazes and heavy coatings.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon, juiced
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, chopped rosemary, ground black pepper, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
Step 3
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to ensure they sear properly.
Step 4
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the pork chops.
Step 5
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until they have a golden-brown crust.
Step 6
Once seared, remove the skillet from heat and add the juice of one lemon over the pork chops.
Step 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for at least 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Step 9
Serve the pork chops with your choice of side dish, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (928.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2161.8 |
| Total Fat 140.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 544mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3838.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.7g | |
| Protein 197.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 142.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2689.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories