Juicy thick cut pork chops are simple to prepare and the result can rival any traditional beef steak. Learn how to make the perfect thick cut pork chops with this simple method.
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.
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.
Love love love it!!!
My 14 year old daughter could make these even and they turned out delish great simple but amazing recipe thank you !!!
Thank you for this recipe! Do you let the pork chops rest for 5 -10 min on the hot cast iron skillet or do you let them rest on a (cool) serving dish?
Let them rest on a serving dish.
Due to a rainy evening and little time, I was frantically searching for a quick and easy way to cook our thick pork chops inside last night, before our church group arrived. I found your post, watched the video, and my husband proceeded to make these simple but delicious chops! He kept saying how good they were and so easy.
Just a note to those who may not have a big enough oven-safe pan. I had 8 chops thawed that needed to be cooked, but only own one medium-sized pan. So we seared half and placed them into a preheated stoneware pan, then proceeded to finish the rest in cast iron. It worked well, and they all tasted great! Thank you!
Awesome recipe, the chops are perfect every time.! Thank you!
These pork chops are so tender and delicious.
The chops were tender and juicy.
?and tasty with slap-yo-mama seasoning,garlic powder and sage stuffing
Absolutely love this recipe!!! This IS the way to cook a thick juicy chop!!! Thank you for sharing this.
I made this recipe tonight and I wholeheartedly agree. These are the best moist and juicy pork chops I’ve ever made. I followed the directions exactly and they came out perfect. Thank you!