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    Home » Meat

    20 Drool-Worthy Pork Chop Recipes Done in 30 Minutes - or Less!

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 14, 2023, updated May 3, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Pork chops are notoriously hard to cook, as they are so easy to overcook. But don't worry, these recipe ideas will make you appreciate this piece of meat more! These recipes are all delicious, and easy to succeed with. But that's not all - they're also done in under 30 minutes!

    Pork Chops with Creamy Peas and Tomatoes

    Pork Chops with Creamy Peas and Tomatoes
    Photo credit: Tried and true.

    Our recipe for pork chops with creamy peas and tomatoes is so easy to prepare and is a perfect all year recipe that can be adapted depending on the season.

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    Parmesan Pork Chops

    Parmesan pork chop.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks.

    Here’s a simple main dish to add to your weeknight dinner rotation: tender and juicy pork chops enriched with creamy parmesan cheese and topped with Italian pesto sauce. YUM!

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    Teriyaki Pork Chops

    Teriyaki pork chop.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks.

    With minimal prep, 10 minutes of cooking time, and 5 simple ingredients, these pork chops will become a go-to dinner item in your home because of how simple it is to prepare, and how much flavor this recipe packs.

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    Bulgogi BBQ Pork Chops

    Bulgogi BBQ Pork Chops.
    Photo credit: Foodess.

    Perfectly cooked pork chops with a tasty bulgogi BBQ sauce. This recipe is sure to go on repeat!

    Get the recipe: Bulgogi BBQ Pork Chops

    Herb Marinated Pork Chops with Apple Chutney

    Herb Marinated Pork Chops with Apple Chutney.
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    These savory herb marinated pork chops are the perfect recipe for transitioning to fall. A quick marinade infuses them with flavor and apple chutney adds a sweet-tart finish.

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    Pork Chops with Sautéed Pears

    Pork Chops with Sautéed Pears.
    Photo Credit: Tried & True.

    An easy, delicious recipe with a fun twist. Pork & pear flavors pair so well in this beautiful dish.

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    Honey Mustard Pork Chops

    Honey Mustard Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This simple recipe is loaded with honey mustard flavor, and super easy to make.

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    Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Cast iron skillet pork chops.

    Make these super juicy Cast Iron Pork Chops in just 25 minutes - for a delicious, flavor packed dinner. With garlic, mushrooms & thyme, these chops are seared, then simmered in red wine for the juiciest chops you've ever had.

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    French Onion Pork Chops

    French onion pork chops.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Create juicy and tender boneless pork chops in the air fryer, while whipping up a quick and flavorful pan sauce on the stove.

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    Pork Chop Surf and Turf

    Surf and turf.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Pan seared pork chops make a wonderful dinner. But if you want a ‘surf and turf’ twist on easy pork chops, considering adding shrimp! There are many meat dishes which also include seafood. Even if it doesn’t sound like a good match, this shrimp and pork chops recipe works beautifully. The butter herbed shrimp are flavourful and this easy pork chops recipe will become family favourite. These are the best pork chops!

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    Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops

    A pork chop on a small chopping board.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than these juicy, tender Air Fryer * Bone In Pork Chops! Best of all, this recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and is done in 25 minutes or less.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops

    Vietnamese Grilled Lemongrass Pork Chops

    Vietnamese pork chops.
    Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

    This tender and juicy, easy-to-make sweet and savory grilled Vietnamese lemongrass pork chops recipe (Thit Heo Nuong Xa) is full of flavors from lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce and grilled for that extra char and caramelization. If you don't have a BBQ, not to worry - stovetop instructions are included as well.

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    Honey Mustard Pork Chops

    Honey mustard pork chops.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    I love the versatility of pork chops. This air fryer honey mustard pork chops recipe is the latest recipe I’ve made and it’s so good! This 30 minute meal is perfect after a busy day at work. Making a tasty honey mustard pork chop sauce is super-easy too! You will LOVE this delicious air fried pork recipe. They are flavourful, juicy pork chops!

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    Air Fryer Frozen Pork Chops

    Pork chop.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    With minimal prep & 12 minutes of cooking you can cook the best frozen pork chops in your air fryer *. Perfectly cooked pork chops, juicy and tender - and all ready to serve with your favorite sides for a quick and easy dinner.

    Get the recipe: Frozen Pork Chops in Air Fryer

    Salt & Pepper Pork Chop Bites

    Pork chop bites.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Rather than ordering salt and pepper pork chop bites from the local Chinese takeout, why not make your own gluten free pork chop recipe instead? The Asian salt and pepper seasoning adds so much flavour and you can make this dish as spicy as you dare!

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    Pork Chops in Tomato Sauce

    Tomato sauce pork chop.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks.

    These Instant Pot pork chops are tender, juicy and flavorful and are cooked in tomato sauce along with many other ingredients to boost its flavor.

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    Grilled Pork Chops with Alabama White Sauce

    Grilled Pork Chops with Alabama White Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    These grilled pork chops are thick cut and served smothered in a tangy alabama white sauce. This easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and under 15 minutes to cook making this perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or ultimate summer cookout!

    Get the recipe: Grilled Pork Chops with Alabama White Sauce

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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