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Incredible Pork Chop Sides

By Jorie Nicole McDonald
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Home-Style Butterbeans
Credit: William Dickey

You've made the decision; pork chops are on the menu for supper, but you still need a bit more inspiration for what to serve on the side. Look no further. Whether a simple salad sounds nice or even a heaping helping of creamed corn, there's a flavor for every craving. Want to know the best part? Most of these pork chop side dishes are super easy to make. With a plethora of options, you'll have a table full of appetizing sides in no time.

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Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Caramelized Onions

Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Caramelized Onions
Credit: Jody Horton

Recipe: Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Caramelized Onions

When deciding on your pork chop side dishes, it's important to have at least one green option on the table. Caramelized onions and crispy ham give these Brussels sprouts a delicious, salty-sweet flavor.

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Butternut Squash Gratin

Butternut Squash Gratin
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Recipe: Butternut Squash Gratin

The garlic, sage, and nutmeg flavors in the Butternut Squash Gratin blend nicely into a perfectly balanced side dish recipe. The creamy undertones in this cuisine pair well with protein-packed pork chops.

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Home-Style Butterbeans

Home-Style Butterbeans
Credit: William Dickey

Recipe: Home-Style Butterbeans

Finding suitable side dishes for pork can sometimes be tricky, but you can't go wrong with a heaping helping of Home-Style Butter Beans. And, this Southern-style dish is super easy to make!

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Twice-Baked Green Potatoes

Twice Baked Green Potatoes
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Recipe: Twice-Baked Green Potatoes

As far as side dishes for pork chops go, Twice-Baked Green Potatoes are the ultimate choice! Complete with melted butter, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese, this indulgent food will have everyone coming back for more.

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Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Creamed Corn

For a scrumptious comfort food side dish, give Creamed Corn a try! This spicy, rich cuisine pairs flawlessly with hearty pork chops.

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Southern-Style Collard Greens

Southern-Style Collard Greens
Credit: Jim Franco; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Simon Andrews

Recipe: Southern-Style Collard Greens

South-Style Collard Greens are an essential part if any pork chop feast. The hickory bacon and smoked ham flavors make this side dish one to remember.

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Big Daddy's Grilled Blue Cheese-and-Bacon Potato Salad

Big Daddy’s Grilled Blue Cheese and Bacon Potato Salad
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Recipe: Big Daddy's Grilled Blue Cheese-and-Bacon Potato Salad

If you adore the bacon and blue cheese combination, throw them together in a tasty potato salad. As a staple Southern side dish, this appetizing cuisine surely doesn't disappoint.

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Caramelized Spicy Green Beans

Caramelized Spicy Green Bean Recipe
Credit: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramelized Spicy Green Beans

It's great to cook with fresh green beans because they are an extremely versatile food, and these Caramelized Spicy Green Beans take vegetable recipes to the next level. Peanut oil and tangy soy sauce give this side dish a kick of excitement.

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Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

A list of amazing pork chop sides just wouldn't be complete without Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese! We recommend shredding your own cheese for a supremely delicious, creamy texture.

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Buttermilk Cornbread

Buttermilk Cornbread
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Recipe: Buttermilk Cornbread

Southerners never say no to Buttermilk Cornbread, and this recipe is sure to knock your socks off. Make sure it comes out of the oven just as you're ready to serve the pork chops; cornbread is best enjoyed hot.

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Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw

Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw Recipe
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Recipe: Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw

With only 10 minutes of hands on time, making Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw is a no-brainer. The irresistible flavors in this dish compliment a wide variety of foods, and pork chops are certainly no exception!

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Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

50 Best Thanksgiving Homemade Crescent Rolls
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Recipe: Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

This recipe makes from-scratch crescent rolls easy to prepare! Warm, fresh-from-the oven bread completes the Southern dining table.

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Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs

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Recipe: Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs

In the South, we love recipes with a spicy kick! These deviled eggs are packed with pickled jalapeños, cumin, and cilantro; the fiery flavor makes this cuisine a must-have pork chop side dish.

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Herbed Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad

Herbed Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad
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Recipe: Herbed Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad

When serving a hot entree like pork chops, it's always a good idea to have a cold side-dish option. This Herbed Cucumber-and-Tomato-Salad is a simple recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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Rum Baked Beans

Rum Baked Beans
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Recipe: Rum Baked Beans

Rum is the secret to this delicious baked bean medley, and it's an excellent make-ahead dish. Cook it days in advance of your pork chop dinner, and enjoy a less-stress meal preparation.

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Easy Vegetable Kabobs

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Recipe: Easy Vegetable Kabobs

You won't have to force your kids to eat their vegetables when it comes to this recipe! Grilling red onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini magnificently brings out the tasty flavor in this go-to side dish.

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From-Scratch Oven Fries

From-Scratch Oven Fries
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Recipe: From-Scratch Oven Fries

From-Scratch Oven Fries are absolutely worth the extra effort, this all-American side dish pairs impeccably with a hardy helping of pork chops!

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Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Corn on the Cob

Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Corn on the Cob
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Recipe: Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Corn on the Cob

Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Corn on the Cob contains a plethora of satisfying flavor. The lime juice, buttery corn, and jalapeño peppers combine to make one memorable food.

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Lemon-Herb Potatoes

Lemon-Herb Potatoes
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Recipe: Lemon-Herb Potatoes

This lemon-and-herb twist on the classic halved potatoes recipe is sure to make your taste buds tingle. The tender, golden brown potatoes compliment pork chop dinners beautifully.

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Baked Onions

Baked Onions
Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Baked Onions

Sweet and caramelized pearl onions make a classy side dish. White wine, brown sugar, and butter give this tasty delight a fabulous flavor.

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Easy Three-Seed Pan Rolls

Easy Three-Seed Pan Rolls
Credit: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Easy Three-Seed Pan Rolls

Your dinner guests may come for the pork chops, but they'll stay for these Easy Three-Seed Pan Rolls. The assortment of seeds in the recipe gives the original pan roll a major upgrade.

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    1 of 21 Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Caramelized Onions
    2 of 21 Butternut Squash Gratin
    3 of 21 Home-Style Butterbeans
    4 of 21 Twice-Baked Green Potatoes
    5 of 21 Creamed Corn
    6 of 21 Southern-Style Collard Greens
    7 of 21 Big Daddy's Grilled Blue Cheese-and-Bacon Potato Salad
    8 of 21 Caramelized Spicy Green Beans
    9 of 21 Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
    10 of 21 Buttermilk Cornbread
    11 of 21 Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw
    12 of 21 Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls
    13 of 21 Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs
    14 of 21 Herbed Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad
    15 of 21 Rum Baked Beans
    16 of 21 Easy Vegetable Kabobs
    17 of 21 From-Scratch Oven Fries
    18 of 21 Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Corn on the Cob
    19 of 21 Lemon-Herb Potatoes
    20 of 21 Baked Onions
    21 of 21 Easy Three-Seed Pan Rolls

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