Juicy thick-cut pork chops are simple to prepare and the result can rival any traditional beef steak. I’m not even kidding! And they are way cheaper to buy, too. I call them my secret weapon when it comes to feeding a crowd on a special occasion.
Making a perfect pork chop is completely easy. If you haven’t had a thick-cut pork chop before, well, prepare to fall in love with pork chops. Those thin, flimsy chops you see all over the grocery store dry out easily and lack the complete flavor pork chops have to offer.
You can buy a thick-cut chop at almost any grocery, but you’ll probably have to ask for it. Just head on over to the meat counter and ask for a 1 1/2 to 2 inch thick cut pork chop. If you’ve got a good butcher, they will probably smile at your request. Keeping the bone-in helps retain both flavor and moisture, and cutting it thick practically ensures a juicy result.
I used to be intimidated cooking thick pork chops but the flavor and simplicity of this recipe makes this a regular dinner staple in our house now. Thank you I enjoy all of your recipes.
– Belinda Enyart
Have a smoker? I also have a post detailing How to Smoke A Thick Cut Pork Chop that you should check out. Smokers are an amazing way to cook almost any meat. If you don’t already have a smoker, you should seriously consider getting one.
Watch the video below where we will walk you through every step of the recipe with a video demonstration.
I’ve been cooking this recipe of Rachel’s for several years. It is absolutely DELICIOUS! Rachel is right on. Better than beef. This simple preparation of a thick pork chop is a can’t fail! Thanks Rachel.
That’s so great to hear! Thanks for sticking with me!
Made these several times. Love them. Best pork chop ever.
These pork chops are excellent. My husband requests them often. They are so tender and juicy it is amazing. I follow the recipe exactly, and they turn out perfectly every time. Thank you for a terrific recipe.
Did you cover the skillet in the oven, please?
Nope! Just leave them uncovered and let them roast.
Very Nice Recipe. Thank You!!!
This is so important — after 15 min in the oven, you must place the pork chops on a clean plate, loosely covered, to rest for 5-10 min, or else they will continue to cook in the hot pan and become tough. I learned this the hard way. And now, this is the absolute best way to prepare pork chops…. perfect and one of our favorite recipes! Been making them for years.
Very good! I took them out of the oven at 140 degrees because the residual heat brought it up to 150 degrees while resting.