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.
Great video and great easy recipe
I have made this several times now and am so glad to have this super-easy, delicious pork chop recipe. My chops are slightly less thick and boneless and cook so fast it’s unreal.
I bought a Pioneer Woman 11″ square cast iron grill, and used 1 3/4″ center cut chops, they were out of this world.
Can you use this method with steak?
How long do you bake using the steak?
Thank you for this recipe.
I can’t thank you enough! I am an indifferent cook trying to improve, and using your recipe I achieved awesome results.
This was delicious- juicy, filled with flavor and just the recipe I was looking for. Thank you.
Verry easy,
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Nykid
OMG!! Best thick chops ever!!!
Absolutely excellent! My chops came out perfect! Passing this recipe along.
Best thick chops I’ve made! Hubby loves them!!!
I bought two 1 1/2 inch pork chops and use this recipe. They are the most delicious pork chops I’ve ever eaten. I was raised in the south by a really good cook, I am a really good cook and I’m 70. I’ve eaten a lot of pork chops. Hands-down, the best ever.
Thanks for stating the thickness of your chops! Really helped was not sure if this was good for 1 1/2” thick chops..trying it tonight!
Yes, the 1 1/2 inch chops are perfect. Have used this recipe several times now – amazing improvement over earlier attempts to not overcook.
I’m a not so good cook, and these are so easy and so yummy! Perfect every time!
I have the butcher cut me 2 rib Iowa Pork Chops!!
I soak it in cool salt water for about 15 minutes before I rub on the olive oil. Gets the salt in better in the meat. Dry and rub light Olive oil on the chop and season with pepper. The rest is like this receipe.