Baked Pork Chop For One
Tender and juicy oven-baked pork chop, perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15-20 minutes to bake and delivers a melt-in-your-mouth pork chop every time.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 boneless pork chop (½-inch thick)
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a small baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Rub olive oil evenly over both sides of the pork chop.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning blend on both sides of the pork chop.
- Place the pork chop on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the pork chop from the oven, cover it with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Season Well: Pork is lean and naturally mild, so seasoning with salt and spices is key to boosting its flavor and texture.
- Bring to Room Temperature: Let the pork sit out for about 10 minutes before cooking. This helps it cook evenly.
- Avoid Overcooking: Overcooked pork becomes tough and dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (62.8 °C), as recommended by the USDA.
- Let It Rest: After baking, cover the pork chop and let it rest for 10 minutes. This ensures a juicier, more tender result.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 274kcal | Protein: 29g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 646mg | Potassium: 499mg | Vitamin A: 245IU | Iron: 0.7mg
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