Description
Hearty smothered baked pork chops promise comfort from Southern kitchens, delivering rich flavors and tender meat. Generous onion gravy and golden-brown crust invite diners to savor this classic home-style meal with pure satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) bone-in pork chops
- 5 tbsps (75 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) garlic, minced
- 1 tsp (5 ml) rosemary, freshly chopped
- 2 tbsps (30 g) butter, salted
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy release.
- Seasoning: Thoroughly dry pork chops with paper towels, then generously season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper to amplify their natural taste.
- Glaze Creation: Whisk Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, chopped rosemary, and melted butter into a harmonious, glossy sauce that will infuse the meat with complex flavors.
- Coating and Baking: Lavishly coat pork chops with the prepared glaze, ensuring complete coverage on both sides, then transfer to the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Resting and Serving: Remove the dish from the oven, allow pork chops to rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute juices, then drizzle remaining pan drippings over the meat to enhance its rich, herbaceous profile before presenting to eager diners.
Notes
- Choose Thick Pork Chops: Opt for bone-in, 1-inch thick cuts to guarantee maximum juiciness and prevent overcooking.
- Nail the Seasoning Technique: Pat meat completely dry before salting to create a perfect golden-brown exterior and lock in natural flavors.
- Monitor Internal Temperature Closely: Use a digital meat thermometer to hit exactly 145°F, preventing dry, tough meat and ensuring food safety.
- Rest Meat Strategically: Allow pork chops to rest 3-5 minutes after cooking, which helps redistribute juices and keeps the meat tender and succulent.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg