24 Delicious Pork Chop Recipes That'll Please The Whole Family

From grilled pork chops to pork chops and gravy, these simple pork chop recipes will keep your dinner fresh, delicious, and under budget.

Southern Living Mississippi Style Pork Chops with mashed sweet potatoes and garlicky green beans
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely 

From roasted to pan-fried, grilled to breaded, this selection of easy pork chop recipes will give you many tasty options for mealtime. Tell the steak and potatoes to move over (just a little). Bone-in pork chop recipes guarantee juicy cuts of meat, while boneless pork chop recipes offer ease. But whether they're thick-cut or thin, budget-friendly pork chops are a favorite option for busy weeknight dinners. While Southerners love their fried meat and gravies, this isn't just fried pork chop recipes galore. There are also pork chop sheet pan recipes and grilled pork chop recipes that pack in plenty of flavor. Pork chops are easy and convenient, and every family member is going to love our quick, best pork chop recipes.

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Mississippi Pork Chops

Southern Living Mississippi Style Pork Chops with mashed sweet potatoes and garlicky green beans

Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely 

Liven up your typical pork chop dinner with this Mississippi-style recipe. The star of this dish is the jarred pepperoncini peppers. Acidic, spicy, and a little sweet, they transform pork chops into a tangy and tasty weeknight supper.

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Pork Chops With Carolina BBQ Sauce, Smoked Butter, And Braised Onions

Pork Chops with Carolina Barbecue Sauce, Smoked Butter, and Braised Onions on a platter to serve

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Carolina barbecue sauce is known for its tangy, vinegary flavor that is beloved around the South. This recipe features pork chops coated in this sauce and served alongside sweet and peppery braised onions and smoked butter.

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Smothered Pork Chops with Rice

Smothered Pork Chops with Rice
Photographer: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Food Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl

Creole cuisine is some of the most delicious food in the South, and these Louisiana-inspired pork chops give you a taste of the bayou at home. The tender pork chops are covered in a Cajun-style gravy and served over rice for a filling and delicious bite.

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Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops

Southern Living Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops in skillet with a serving out on a plate beside

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Make tonight's dinner extra delicious with this cheesy pork chop recipe. A mixture of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and seasonings is scooped onto boneless pork chops and baked until creamy and golden.

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Honey Soy Glazed Pork Chops

Two plates of honey-soy glazed pork chops with broccolini and cremini mushrooms on a table with forks and knives, a glass of water, and small bowls of pepper and sliced scallions.

Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

If you want a recipe that makes enough servings for leftovers, look no further than this honey and soy glazed pork chop dinner. With just 25 minutes of active time, this dinner is sure to be a regular in your weekly rotation.

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Grilled Pork Chops

Southern Living Grilled Pork Chops on plates to serve with green beans and mashed potatoes

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

When it’s grilling season, there’s nothing better than a main dish that is easy to prep in the morning for dinner later that night. This basic grilled pork chop marinade is full of pantry staples to help you mix it together fast.

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Maple Chipotle Air Fryer Pork Chops

Maple Chipotle Air Fryer Pork Chops
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Karen Ranking; Prop Stylist Julia Bayless

Air fryers can truly be a godsend on a busy week, and these air fried pork chops are an easy and delicious option for dinner. The dry rub has some heat, but the sauce has a just-right hint of sweetness to balance it.

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Smothered Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy

Smothered Pork Chops
Photographer: Alison Miksch / Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn / Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

If you're in the mood for a good and hearty meal, these smothered pork chops are a great option for dinner tonight. The bone-in pork chops are seared to golden brown and then simmered with an umami-rich mushroom gravy.

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Ranch Pork Chops

Ranch Pork Chops

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Ranch is a universal condiment and tastes just as good when it's a seasoning mix. This recipe makes a homemade ranch seasoning that is marinated with the pork, then simply baked in an oven.

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Pork Chops with Spring Onions, Farro, and Asparagus

Pork Chops with Spring Onions, Farro, and Asparagus
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Mary Clayton Carl Jones; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

If you're looking for a lighter alternative to classic fried pork chops, try this healthy supper on for size. It includes your protein, healthy carbs, and veggies for a well-rounded meal the family will love.

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Fried Pork Chops with Cream Gravy

Fried Pork Chops with Cream Gravy

It doesn't get much more Southern than fried meat with creamy gravy. The gravy gets its flavor from a secret of the Southern kitchen—by recycling the pan drippings from the meat preparation to add rich, finger-licking flavor.

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Fried Pork Chops with Potatoes and Peas

Fried Pork Chops with Peas and Potatoes
Greg DuPree

We lightened up classic fried pork chops with less fat and oily mess.

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Pork Fried Rice

Pork Fried Rice
Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Skip the to-go order this weekend and try this 30-minute recipe instead—the kids will love it!

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Homemade Shake-and-Bake Pork Chops with Mustard Sauce

Homemade Shake-and-Bake Pork Chops with Mustard Sauce
Alison Miksch

We have to warn you ahead of time: Our readers and reviewers report that this fantastic sauce is so good, they often double the recipe and serve the chops with extra sauce.

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Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This one-pan dish is as impressive as it is easy to make. The Granny Smith apples add sweet notes to the otherwise savory flavor profile.

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Oven-Fried Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans

Oven-Fried Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

When in doubt, pull out your trusty sheet pan on busy weeknights and get dinner on the table in a snap.

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Crispy Breaded Pork Cutlets

Crispy Breaded Pork Cutlets
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Mary Clayton Carl Jones; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

These crunchy, pan-fried pork chops are complemented beautifully by a simple, tangy slaw.

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Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes

Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes
Photo: Hector Sanchez

A zesty marinade livens up this pork-and-veggie one-sheet-pan supper. Flavorful roasted squash, zucchini, and red potatoes make the perfect bed on which to serve pork loin chops.

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Lemon Pork Chops with Quinoa Salad

Lemon Pork Chops with Quinoa Salad
Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Your family and guests will love these flavorful pork chops with a crunchy almond topping. It's simple to make and highly flavorful.

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Jalapeño-Basil Pork Chops

Jalapeno-Basil Pork Chops
William Dickey

Full of peppery flavor, these pork chops are surprisingly easy to make. All you'll need is a jar of jalapeño pepper jelly, basil, and white wine.

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Cheesy Green Chile Pork Chop Foil Packets

Cheesy Green Chile Pork Chop Foil Packets
Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry

Don't feel like cleaning up after supper? Before you call for takeout, try a mess-free foil packet recipe, like this one that pairs budget-friendly pork chops with colorful veggies and good-for-you beans.

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Chile-Rubbed Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Grilled Okra

Chile-Rubbed Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Grilled Okra
Photo: Allison Miksch

We love a rub. It's easier and less messy than a marinade and gives through-and-through flavoring, and spices like paprika and dried thyme are perfect for a smoky pork chop.

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Cast-Iron Pork Cacciatore

Cast-Iron Pork Cacciatore
Stephen DeVries, Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford; Food Styling: Torie Cox

There's nothing we love more than a dinner that comes together in our cast-iron skillet, and this impressive recipe does just that.

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Pork Chops with Dijon-Buttermilk Sauce

Pork Chops with Dijon-Buttermilk Sauce
Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christina Daley

Nothing's worse than a dry pork chop. This recipe ensures they stay juicy thanks to the Dijon-Buttermilk Sauce.

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