Quick Answer: How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350?
Not only can pork chops be baked at 350, but 350 is actually the ideal temperature for baking up delicious, juicy, tender pork chops. There are many variations to choose from, and you will get a great result every time.
Pork chops are a wonderful change from chicken or beef, and they are easy to prepare and bake. Choose from boneless or bone-in chops.
Go super simple and bake them with just a little salt, pepper, and garlic powder, or you might prefer to stuff them with dressing, or even prepare them in a yummy gravy.
If breaded meat is something your family loves, pork chops fit the bill.
Whichever way you decide to prepare your pork chops, put them on your grocery list. I always include them in my weekly grocery shop. I love to have them on hand. They are quick, easy and taste fantastic!
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 In The Oven?
The instructions that follow are for boneless pork chops, but this recipe can also be made with bone-in chops. Simply add 5 minutes to the baking time.
A baked pork chop in the oven produces a tender and tasty piece of protein. The following is a basic recipe that is simple and easy to follow.
We keep the ingredients to a minimum so it takes little time to prepare which makes it perfect for a weeknight meal.
The pork chops will only take 25-30 minutes to bake, giving you enough time to prepare a salad, and steam some vegetables.
In this recipe we sear the pork chops first before putting them in the oven. Searing cuts down on baking time, but more importantly, it gives great flavor!
If you do not have a meat thermometer, do not despair. Simply cut into the pork chop and check out the color of the juice. If it is clear or slightly pink, the pork chops are done.
Pork chops done in this way will take 25-30 minutes, but check 5 minutes before this to see how far along they are. Some ovens are hotter than others, and you do not want to risk your pork chops being dry.
We use aluminum foil in this recipe to lock in the juices of the meat. You don’t need to be concerned that your pork chops will be pale in color because you have seared them first.
Combining the sear with the foil gives you both the color and juiciness you want.
If you do not have aluminum foil on hand, just keep a close eye on the pork chops to make sure they do not dry out.
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How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Breaded?
Breading gives a lovely coating to pork chops that both kids and adults enjoy. If you dash into your house at the end of a busy day, and then have to face getting dinner on the table before running children to activities, then this is a terrific option
To keep preparation time to a minimum, use ready-made bread crumbs. You may wish to add your family’s favorite seasonings to the bread crumbs, or just add a little salt and pepper if you want to keep it simple.
Read on for a tasty, healthy pork chop option that requires very little preparation.
If you do not have bread crumbs on hand, it is easy to make your own, and is a great way to use up stale bread and crusts.
Pop six slices of bread on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes in a 300 F oven, turning the bread halfway through.
Once the bread is done, let it cool then make fine crumbs with a food processor, or put the bread in a freezer bag and crush the bread with a rolling pin.
Freeze what you don’t need for up to three months. Then you’ll have some handy for the next time.
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Smothered?
Adding gravy to food instantly puts it in the comfort food zone. A gravy with onions and garlic makes a super tasty sauce for oven-baked pork chops. If you have a little extra time, you can make this dish even on a weeknight.
We make the gravy in the same skillet we sear the pork chops in which results in a lot of flavor. Mushrooms and onions pair beautifully with the pork chops.
If you want to increase the mushroom flavor, slice fresh button mushrooms and add to the onions.
Make sure to cover the pork chops and gravy or you will end up with dry pork chops. The aluminum foil will lock in all of those delicious juices.
If you are lucky enough to have mashed potatoes left over from another meal, they are great with this recipe. Alternatively, cook up some rice which is another wonderful option. A salad or carrot and celery sticks round out the meal.
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How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Stuffed?
Ready to take your oven-baked pork chops to the next level? This is it. Pork chops filled with a bread stuffing taste like they took a long time to make, but they are actually quite quick and easy.
One way to keep it simple is to use a stovetop stuffing mix that you can buy at your local grocery store. An even easier way is to use leftover stuffing from a recent turkey dinner – Thanksgiving? Christmas?
Make a little pocket in the chop, spoon in the stuffing and put it in the oven – easy yet elegant!
Choose the thickness of pork chop you wish, however make sure that it is at least 1 inch. If it is less thick than 1 inch it may be difficult to create the pocket and stuff the chop.
Do not overfill the pork chops as the stuffing will expand in the oven and could burst if there is too much.
Don’t limit yourself to bread stuffing. There are lots of other options for stuffing pork chops. Maybe try a stuffing with dried fruit, or one with spinach and cheese. See which ones you like best!
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Keep Oven-Baked Pork Chops From Drying Out?
It only takes a few minutes for pork chops to go from juicy and tender to dry and tough. To avoid this, check the pork chops 5 minutes before the suggested bake time is up. Then check every 2 minutes after that.
A meat thermometer is also a very helpful tool. Put it on your kitchen tool wish list.
Another good strategy is to remove the pork chops from the oven when the internal temperature is 140 F. While the meat rests for 5 minutes, it will finish cooking and you will have beautifully tender and juicy pork chops.
What Sides go Well With Pork Chops?
There are many choices of great sides for pork chops. One of my favorites is apple sauce, a classic.
Salads are a good choice as well. Throw a little dried fruit in the salad like dried apricots or cranberries.
For vegetables, peas, carrots and beans are all terrific. Candied sweet potatoes that are mashed with a little brown sugar, cream and butter work very well, as do carrots with an orange glaze.
Can I Use An Air Fryer For Pork Chops?
Yes, an air fryer is a great option for baking pork chops. Using the air fryer will decrease the baking time to 10-15 minutes.
Preheat the air fryer to 350 and spray the basket or tray before baking the pork chops.
Make sure to give the pork chops enough space in the basket, and do them in batches if necessary.
Are Bone-In Pork Chops Better For Flavor?
Bone-in pork chops may add a bit more flavor, but not a significant amount. Boneless pork chops are easier to prepare and eat, and there is more meat on a boneless chop. Bone-in pork chops also take about 5 minutes more to bake.
Having said that, bone-in pork chops are just as good an option unless a recipe specifically requires boneless, such as stuffed pork chops.
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 In The Oven?
1 inch pork chops are dried with a paper towel, seasoned, and then seared for 2 minutes on each side. The pork chops are then placed in a baking dish, covered with foil and baked in a preheated 350 oven until they reach 145 on a meat thermometer, or juices are clear.
Materials
- 1 inch pork chops
- Vegetable oil
- Seasonings - salt & pepper, garlic powder
Tools
- Paper towel
- Medium-sized skillet
- Baking pan
- Aluminum foil
- Meat thermometer
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Pour 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil into a medium-sized skillet.
- Heat the oil on medium-high.
- Pat the pork chops with a paper towel to dry.
- Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 2 minutes or until you have the color you want.
- Remove the skillet from the heat, and place the pork chops in a baking dish.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the oven.
- The pork chops will be done when a meat thermometer reads 145 F.
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Breaded?
Pork Chops are coated with bread crumbs, placed in a baking pan and placed in a 350 F oven to bake for 30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 F.
Materials
- 1 inch pork chops
- Bread crumbs
- Seasonings, if desired
Tools
- Paper towel
- Shallow dish or freezer bag
- Baking dish
- Meat thermometer
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel..
- Put bread crumbs with seasonings, if using, in a shallow dish large enough to fit a pork chop, or place the bread crumbs in a large freezer bag with a zip closing.
- Put the pork chops one at a time in the dish and cover with the bread crumbs.
- If using a plastic bag, put one chop at a time into the bag, seal it and shake the chop so that it is covered with the bread crumbs.
- Place each of the pork chops into the baking pan, and put it in the oven.
- Bake the pork chops for 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 145 F.
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Smothered?
One-inch pork chops are seared, then smothered in a gravy made in the same skillet. The pork chops and gravy are then put in a 350 F oven to bake until they reach 145 F.
Materials
- 1 inch pork chops
- Vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- 1 cooking onion, sliced
- 1 tsp. Cornstarch
- I can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp. Soy sauce
Tools
- Medium-sized skillet
- Cutting board
- Paper towel
- 9”x13” baking dish
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
- Small mixing bowl
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil in a skillet.
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel.
- Place the pork chops in the oil to brown about 2 minutes per side.
- Remove the pork chops and put them in the baking dish.
- Carmelize the sliced onions in the skillet.
How Long To Bake Pork Chops At 350 Stuffed?
Pork chops that are a minimum of 1 inch thick are cut open and filled with stuffing. The chops are then seasoned and baked for 20 minutes in a 350 F oven.
Materials
- Pork chops
- Stuffing
- Salt and pepper
Tools
- Small knife
- Spoon
- Baking dish or cookie sheet
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Cut a pocket into each of the pork chops with a paring knife being sure not to cut through the fatty side or the ends.
- With a spoon, fill each of the pockets with stuffing being careful not to overfill.
- Place the stuffed pork chops in a baking dish or on a cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Put in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 145
Through this blog I hope to help others learn the basics and more intricate details of cooking. I know from personal experience how frustrating it can be to cook a meal, only to realize you are missing one ingredient from your list. This is why I love to write articles chatting readers through some great substitutes that can be used in an emergency.
I hope you will find this blog useful, and that it will help you to develop your culinary skills, to help you cook up a storm!
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