How long should you bake pork chops?

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.

3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Brown pork chops on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side.

5. Transfer pork chops to a baking dish and pour any remaining oil from the skillet over them.

6. Bake pork chops in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

7. Let pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Time:

- 1 inch thick pork chops: 15-20 minutes

- 1½-inch thick pork chops: 25-30 minutes

- 2-inch thick pork chops: 30-35 minutes

Tips for Baking Pork Chops:

- To ensure even cooking, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork chops.

- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check for doneness by cutting into the pork chop and looking for a pink center.

- To make sure the pork chops don't dry out, bake them covered in a baking dish or covered with aluminum foil.

- You can also add some liquid to the baking dish, such as chicken broth or water, to help keep the pork chops moist.

- Pork chops are also a great canvas for different flavors. You can add some garlic, herbs, or even a fruit sauce to the baking dish to give the pork chops a unique flavor.