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This easy brown sugar pork chops recipe makes juicy baked pork chops with a simple seasoning rub in about 20 minutes. A delicious dinner idea the whole family will love!
Baked Pork Chops with Brown Sugar and Paprika
If you’re looking for an easy pork chop recipe with simple ingredients, this one’s for you! Not only is this a very easy recipe, but it’s also super quick to make. This delicious dinner is perfect for a weeknight meal or whenever you need to feed your cranky, hungry family right away!
The key to making juicy pork chops in the oven is to cook them at a higher temperature for a shorter amount of time. I use a simple spice rub which makes a sweet, tangy brown sugar sauce during the cooking process. Even my picky eaters love this easy dinner! To keep things fast, I serve these tender pork chops with a side of couscous, rice and peas, green beans or broccoli.
Ingredient Notes
Here’s a quick list of the ingredients you need. Full amounts are in the printable recipe card below.
- Pork chops — Look for thick chops about a half inch to 1 inch thick. I used boneless pork chops this time, but you can use bone-in chops if you prefer those. They take a little longer to cook, but the basic preparation is the same.
- Dijon mustard — Adds a tangy flavor and combines with the dry ingredients to form a light sauce. You won’t really taste the mustard, since you’re not using that much.
- Brown sugar — adds sweetness and flavor. You can use dark or light brown sugar.
- Seasonings — sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. You can sub smoked paprika or even hot paprika for a different flavor.
- Olive oil — or cooking spray so the chops don’t stick to the pan
How to Make Brown Sugar Pork Chops
First, pat the chops dry with a paper towel. Place them on a prepared baking sheet — I use aluminum foil for easy clean-up. Add a little mustard, then season with the dry ingredients. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they reach 145 degrees, according to a meat thermometer. Let them rest for about 5 minutes — this keeps them nice and juicy– and they are ready to eat!
Recipe Tips
Thinner cuts of pork may take 15-20 minutes to cook, while thicker cuts may take 20-25 minutes. Thick bone-in pork may take 25-20 minutes. Always use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days. You can freeze leftover pork chops for up to 3 months for best taste.
More Easy Baked Pork Chops Recipes
Try my crispy breaded pork chops or pork chops and rice or these sheet pan pork chops with veggies or baked ranch pork chops next!
Baked Brown Sugar Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 thick boneless pork chops ½ inch to 1 inch thick
- 2 tsps Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp sweet paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉, and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil
- Spread olive oil evenly over baking sheet
- Pat chops dry with a paper towel, and place on prepared baking sheet
- Spread mustard over pork chops
- Season with brown sugar mixture
- Bake pork chops uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until internal temperature is 145℉ according to instant-read thermometer
- Remove from oven, cover and let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Always love a good pork chop recipe. Tried this one and it was awesome. Slightly sweet and so tender. I think I found a new favorite.
So glad you liked the pork chops, Meryl!