Should I bake my boneless pork chops covered or uncovered?

Due to the high temperatures being used, it is not necessary to cover your pork chops while baking. However, for recipes that require lower temperatures and longer baking times, it may be a good idea to cover your baked pork chops with foil.

Can I air fry these pork chops?

I haven’t personally tried to air fry this recipe, but it should work! Follow a similar technique used for Air Fryer Lamb Chops . Just keep an eye on your pork chops and adjust the baking time as needed. Also, if you want to air fry the vegetables, too. You’ll need to make them in batches to ensure everything cooks completely.

Are Pork Chops Healthy?

While no food is inherently healthy or unhealthy, pork chops offer several important vitamins and nutrients such as selenium, zinc, and iron along with being a good source of protein. For the best option, use human raised pork whenever possible. Also, for the leanest cut of pork, opt for pork loin or pork chops.

Sweet & Smoky Easy Baked Pork Chops

Name: Spice Rubbed Easy Baked Pork Chops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon coconut sugar or raw sugar (See notes for Whole30 option); 1 teaspoon ground chili powder or chipotle chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; Pinch of dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 large parsnips (7 – 8 inches long), cut into 1/2 inch slices; 2 large carrots (7 – 8 inches long), cut into 1/2 inch slices; 2 –3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 ½ pounds of boneless pork chops or pork loin (around 4 boneless pork chops ) (See notes for other meat options); To garnish: lemon slices and fresh herbs (Ex: parsley or cilantro); Salt/Pepper to taste

Description

Seasoned with a homemade smoky spice rub, these easy baked pork chops are combined with roasted vegetables for a sheet pan dinner ready in 30 minutes! Whole30 Option.

Ingredients

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For the Rub:

1 Tablespoon coconut sugar or raw sugar (See notes for Whole30 option)
1 teaspoon ground chili powder or chipotle chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Pinch of dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Pan:

2 large parsnips (7 – 8 inches long), cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 large carrots (7 – 8 inches long), cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 –3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds of boneless pork chops or pork loin (around 4 boneless pork chops ) (See notes for other meat options)
To garnish: lemon slices and fresh herbs (Ex: parsley or cilantro)
Salt/Pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine the ingredients for the spice rub in a small bowl, and set it aside.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the parsnips and carrots into ½ inch pieces, and toss them in 2 Tablespoons of olive oil and 2 teaspoons of the spice rub seasoning.
Lay the parsnips and carrots flat on the prepared baking sheet, and roast them in the oven for 15 minutes.
While the veggies are cooking, generously season each piece of pork with the spice rub.
Place each pork chop in the pan with 1 Tablespoon of oil. Sear them on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Remove the pork chops from the heat, and place them on the baking sheet with the vegetables.
Place the baking sheet back in the oven for an additional 6-8 minutes or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 to 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and let the chops rest for 3-5 minutes.
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley, if desired. Season to taste.

Notes

Pork Substitutes –Lamb chops can be used in place of pork chops.

If using bone-in pork chops, reduce the searing and baking time.

Air Fryer Option (Updated & Tested 11/2022)

Preheat the air fryer to 400 F. Generously season each piece of pork with the spice rub. There is no need to sear the meat.
Place pork chops in the preheated air fryer basket and bake for 12-13 minutes, flipping halfway through. (7 oz boneless pork chops, 1 ½” thick)
Once the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 F to 150 F remove from the air fryer and let the chops rest for 3-5 minutes.
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley, if desired. Season to taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chop
Calories: 247
Sugar: 6.6
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 2
Carbohydrates: 13.6
Fiber: 3.5
Protein: 25