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Baked Pork Chop Recipe
Baked Pork Chop Recipe
"You should jump on this delicious baked pork chop with fresh salsa recipe. This easy baked pork chop recipe is going to be a hit for a family dinner idea. Pork chops are versatile ingredient. It is a blank canvas waiting for flavors to turn it into something delicious. When cooked right, this lean cut becomes a tender and juicy main course. It can serve as a simple dish, yet also has a place on the table during the holidays. Seasoning with salt or brining before cooking is an essential technique in bringing out the meat’s natural juices."
Serves4
Preparation Time20 min
Cooking Time20 min
Cooking MethodOven
Ingredients
- 20 ounces Pork Chops
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 ounce rosemary springs
- 2 ounces butter
- Salt to taste
- 3 ounces Mango (Salsa)
- 2 ounces Cucumber (Salsa)
- 1 ounce onions (Salsa)
Instructions
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To brine your pork chops, fill a large bowl with 1 quart of warm water and 1/4 cup kosher salt.
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Stir to combine until most of the salt is absorbed.
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Add the pork chops and let them sit in the mixture to brine for 15 minutes.
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Remove the pork chops from the brine, rinse with cold water, and then pat them dry.
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Brush the pork chops on both sides with olive oil
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined.
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Sprinkle the mixture evenly on both sides of the pork.
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Meanwhile, heat a cast-iron skillet on the stove over high heat for 5 minutes.
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Sear the pork chops on both sides until brown.
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Add rosemary sprigs and butter.
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Bake for 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, dice the salsa ingredients and season with salt and pepper
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Serve the baked pork chops with mango salsa.
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