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How to broil pork chops (step-by-step)
Recipe tips from an expert home cook
- To ensure perfectly cooked pork chops, it’s extremely important to set the cooking rack 9 inches away from the cooking element. When I tested closer it was too close to the broiler, and further away just didn’t get that crispy texture I was going for.
- At the end of the cooking time, I recommend flipping your pork chops every 2-3 minutes to prevent burning.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature and pull the pork chops out as soon as they reach 145° Fahrenheit. When testing, it’s been the quickest, most reliable way to check the temperature.
- When I’ve made these, there will be some smoke at the end of cooking, so I suggest turning on the exhaust fan if you have one. The smoke doesn’t indicate burning necessarily, it’s a result of the high-heat cooking and starts when the pork chops start to brown and get crispy on the outside.
- Don’t place parchment paper or anything other than foil under the pork chops as it will burn. The first time testing I forgot about the parchment paper. Oops!
My favorite serving suggestions
My favorite side dishes to enjoy these pork chops with are these sautéed mushrooms and asparagus and super delish 25-minute (Air Fryer!) frozen sweet potato fries.
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Juicy Broiled Pork Chops (in 20-minutes!)
An easy way to cook pork chops quickly in the oven, these broiled pork chops are juicy with the perfect sear on the outside. A simple seasoning blend adds delicious flavor and they're ready in about 20 minutes!
Ingredients
For the seasoning:
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp coconut sugar, Omit for low carb or whole30. Can sub another sweetener of choice.
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
For the baked pork chops:
- 4 bone in pork chops, (about 1.5 inches thick, see recipe notes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil, (or other cooking oil of choice)
Instructions
- IMPORTANT: Adjust the oven rack you will place the pork chops on so it sits about 9-inches away from the heating element at the top of the oven.Set oven to broil on high and let the oven heat up while you prepare the pork chops.
- Make the seasoning mix by combining the seasonings in a small bowl and mixing.
- Place the pork chops on a sheet pan and drizzle oil over each pork chop. Rub (or brush) the oil over both sides of the pork chops.
- Season the pork chops on both sides with the seasoning mix.
- Place the pork chops in the oven to bake for 7-8 minutes per side, carefully flipping halfway. If the chops aren't fully cooked after 8 minutes per side, continue to cook them and flip every 2 minutes to prevent burning. Cook until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145° Fahrenheit. NOTE: There will be smoke towards the end of cooking. Just continue to flip the chops frequently if needed to prevent burning. Watch them closely and pull immediately when they reach 145° Fahrenheit.
- Carefully remove from the oven and allow the pork chops to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The cooking time noted in this recipe is for bone-in pork chops that are approximately 1.5 inches thick. The cooking time will vary based on the size of the pork chops and your oven. Use the cooking time recommendation as a starting point and adjust as needed. Watch your pork chops carefully during cooking to avoid over or under-cooking them. I highly recommend using an instant-read thermometer.
- The cooking time noted is also with the oven rack placed approximately 9 inches away from the heating element (broiler). If your rack is closer the cooking time will be less, if it’s farther away it will be more.
- As a general rule of thumb, bone-in pork chops need to be broiled for 6-7 minutes per ½ inch of thickness on a rack approximately 9 inches from the broiler.
- Nutrition amounts provided are per serving and an estimate provided for those following a Ketogenic or low-carb diet. See our full nutrition information disclosure here.
Calories: 361kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Fiber: 1g
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Delicious rub! Quick and easy to make!
These are the best pork chops. This is the only way I ever make them now.
Amazing! So glad you found our recipe 🙂
Such a fast simple recipe but tastes “special”. I’ve used this several times.
Perfect! Glad you’re enjoying the recipe.
These were sooooo juicy and delicious, and my family loved them. I made a couple adjustments for my preferred taste. I used Slap Ya Momma in place of chili powder, used a full teaspoon of pepper (we are a big pepper bunch) and on the second/last flip I put a small pat of (real) butter on top of the chop (both sides). This is my new favorite way to cook pork chops!!!
Sounds perfect Lori, so glad you made the recipe suit your taste and the chops were nice and juicy!
It was great! But I will remove it 5m earlier. It was dry. Thank you for a great recipe and simple!
Glad you enjoyed the flavor. Yes, the cooking time will always need to be monitored closely and adjusted based on the size of your chops. A meat thermometer is highly recommended.
Can’t find the oven degree to bake my meal!!!!!
Most ovens simply have a broil setting. If not, you can set it to 500 degrees Fahrenheit