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.
I always loved the idea of thick pork chops, but as others said, they always turned out dry and disappointing. This recipe works!
For some reason, my chops reach the internal temp earlier than recommended, so I have to remember to check them sooner. If I’d get them out at the right time, they’d be fabulous! Thanks for posting. This is now my go-to pork chop recipe.
Trust and BELIEVE!! Moist, flavorful chop – best I’ve ever made.
Hubby ONLY likes braised pork chops with gravy like Mom used to make…until now! He was convinced these (2″ thick) chops weren’t cooked long enough, but they were so tender, juicy and flavorful! Thanks for a GREAT recipe!
Cooked turned out juicy
Love this recipe! Cooked 4 on yesterday and they were the best I’ve had.
Thank you! Finally learned how. My husband said they were the best porkchops he ever had.
These are great and so easy. I don’t keep a lot of spices but even I have salt, pepper, and olive oil.
PERFECT! ive always had trouble with pork chop and today resided to look for help and found this. i am happy i did! thank you!
Love this recipe. Always comes out great.
Best way to cook thick pork chops. Very similar to how I cook thick steak too