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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    21 Sizzling Pork Chop Recipes Perfect for Easy Weeknight Meals

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 30, 2025, updated March 4, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Pork chops are a fantastic choice for quick and satisfying weeknight dinners. With so many ways to prepare them, you can easily switch up flavors and styles to keep things interesting. From savory marinades to simple seasoning, these 21 recipes will help you whip up delicious meals in no time.

    Buttermilk Pork Chops

    Buttermilk Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    Buttermilk brined pork chops are a tasty option for dinner any night of the week. You can fry, bake, air fry, or grill them, and they’ll be ready in just 20 minutes!

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    Spanish Pork Chops with Chorizo

    Spanish Pork Chops with Chorizo.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli.

    Spanish pork chops with chorizo sausage are a simple and flavorful dish. With spices like paprika, cumin, and herbs, the chops are seared and then baked to perfection.

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    Crockpot Smothered Pork Chops

    Crockpot Smothered Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Crockpot Smothered Pork Chops are a comforting meal that the whole family will love. Juicy pork chops cooked with bacon, onions, and garlic in a rich gravy make this a great choice for any weeknight dinner.

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    Italian Baked Pork Chops

    Italian Baked Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Three Olives Branch.

    Italian Baked Pork Chops are a great choice for a quick dinner. With a flavorful herb butter coating, these pork chops can be on your table in under 30 minutes.

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    Grilled Thick-Cut Pork Chops

    Grilled Thick-Cut Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Sense & Edibility.

    Thick-cut pork chops are juicy and flavorful, thanks to a brine that keeps the meat moist while grilling. These hearty chops are perfect for a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.

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    Oven Baked Boneless Pork Chops

    Oven Baked Boneless Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Carrots and Cookies.

    Oven Baked Boneless Pork Chops are quick and tasty, featuring a simple jerk lime marinade. This dish cooks in just 12 minutes, making it a great option for dinner.

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    Grilled Pork Chops with Marinade

    Grilled Pork Chops with Marinade.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Grilled pork chops with marinade are juicy and packed with flavor. Whether you use an outdoor grill or an indoor iron grill, these chops turn out tender and delicious.

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    Southern Fried Pork Chops

    Southern Fried Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Fantabulosity.

    This recipe for bone-in pork chops is easy to prepare and results in juicy meat with a crispy exterior. It's a great option for a satisfying meal.

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    Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops

    Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Dizzy Busy & Hungry.

    These Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops are juicy and full of flavor thanks to a tasty mix of spices. With paprika, garlic salt, and pepper, they come out tender with a nice crispy outside.

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    Apricot Glazed Pork Chops

    Apricot Glazed Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Kalyn's Kitchen.

    Pork chops are a great choice for a weeknight dinner, and these Apricot Glazed Pork Chops are sure to please everyone at the table. Using sugar-free apricot preserves keeps this dish low in carbs, making it a tasty option for those watching their intake.

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    Skillet Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy

    Skillet Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy.
    Photo Credit; Camp Grill Eat.

    Skillet pork chops are quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes in a cast-iron skillet, whether you're using a camp stove, grill, or cooking over a campfire. This simple camping meal features tender chops that are lightly breaded and topped with a creamy mushroom sauce.

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    Pineapple Pork Chops

    Pineapple Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Sweet & Savory Meals.

    Pineapple pork chops are a simple one-pan dish that combines sweet and savory flavors with juicy pineapple pieces. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and smoked paprika, these tender pork chops are cooked in pineapple juice for a delicious meal.

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    Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Cast iron skillet pork chops.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    These Cast Iron Pork Chops are juicy and full of flavor, ready in just 25 minutes. With garlic, mushrooms, and thyme, they are seared and simmered in red wine for a tasty dinner.

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    Grilled Garlic and Onion Pork Chops

    Grilled Garlic and Onion Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Out Grilling.

    Grilled Garlic and Onion Pork Chops are packed with flavor and are easy to prepare any night. They’re quick to make and sure to please everyone at the table.

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    French Onion Pork Chops

    French onion pork chops.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Juicy and tender boneless pork chops can be made easily in the air fryer, paired with a quick and tasty pan sauce on the stove. This is a great option for busy nights when you want a delicious meal without a lot of work.

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    Shake and Bake Pork Chops

    Shake and Bake Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    Shake and Bake Pork Chops are a simple dinner option that's great for busy weeknights. These juicy pork chops are covered in a tasty spice mix and baked or air fried until they're crispy and golden.

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    Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops

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

    These Air-Fried Bone-in Pork Chops are a simple and tasty option for a weeknight dinner. With just a few ingredients, you can have a delicious meal ready in 25 minutes or less.

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    Baked Pork Chops

    Baked Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    Oven-baked pork chops are easy to prepare with just a few ingredients you probably already have at home. This dish is great for a weeknight dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Honey Glazed Pork Chops

    Honey Glazed Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    Honey Glazed Pork Chops are marinated in a tasty honey garlic sauce, then seared and baked all in one skillet. This easy dinner is sure to please everyone at the table with its simple ingredients and great flavor.

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    Saucy Apple Pork Chops

    Saucy Apple Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Saucy Apple Pork Chops are tender and packed with flavor, making them a great choice for dinner in the fall. They come together in under 30 minutes, so they're perfect for busy weeknights or when you have friends over.

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    Baked Bone-In Pork Chops

    Baked Bone-In Pork Chops.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Baked bone-in pork chops are seasoned well and cooked until they're tender and juicy. This is a simple and satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy.

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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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