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How to Bake Thin Pork Chops

Knowing how to bake thin pork chops can be a little dicey and tricky, but I’ll show you how to make tender, delicious and flavorful thin pork chops baked in the oven! No problem at all!

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How to Bake Thin Pork Chops

This might be the Best Pork Chops Recipe Ever! That’s what my friend says!

It’s so easy to over cook thin pork chops and end up with a chewy, stringy and overcooked pork chops and that’s why you’ll want to follow this recipe!

This has a nice asian flair and it’s flavor that most love! Just knowing these simple secrets for how to bake then pork chops will keep you from ending up with a dry pork chop!

How Long to Cook Thin Pork Chops in the Oven

You’ll want to avoid overcooking thin pork chops because they are easy to make over dry and over cooked. Oh you say you want a Tender Baked Pork Chop? Yeah, me too!

This recipe uses a flavorful and moist marinade that only has to be applied for a couple hours before cooking.

Cook these thin pork chops in the oven for 20 minutes for the perfect moist thin pork chops!

How to cook thin pork chops

How to Bake Thin Pork Chops Without Drying Them Out

The best way to Bake Thin Pork Chops Without Drying Them Out, its Marinated Baked Pork Chops!

Here’s What You’ll Need

You’ll only need a few simple ingredients for terrific Baked Thin Pork Chops

  • Thin Bone In Pork Chops
  • Soy Sauce
  • Hoison Sauce
  • A few other spices

Here’s How You Do It

  1. Marinate the pork chops in a plastic bag.
  2. Bake on a rimmed baking sheet with the marinating juices.

Special Equipment

You won’t need any special equipment, but you will need a decent rimmed baking sheet or a baking dish. I like these rimmed sheets.

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Tips and Tricks

  • You’ll notice that some of the pork chops are probably thicker than others. You’ll want to test the thicker pork chops for doneness. The thinner pork chops will be done quickest. 
  • The marinade is what keeps the pork chops moist so be sure to add it to the pan. 
  • Do not use any unused marinade on the finished product.
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Substitutions

Thin Pork Chops – You can use this same marinade with a thicker cut pork chop, just cook the pork chops longer until they reach the correct internal temperature. 

Garlic Powder – You can use fresh garlic, but you’ll need about 6 cloves minced or 2 Tbs minced garlic in olive oil. 

Soy Sauce – It’s fine to use the lower salt soy sauce or Braggs Sauce

Vegetable Oil – Any cooking oil will work here.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Can I Freeze These?

yes! you can freeze these very well once they are cooked. Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container

How Long Do These Last?

These will last covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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how to bake thin pork chops with onion

How to Bake Thin Pork Chops

Knowing how to bake thin pork chops can be a little dicey and tricky, but I'll show you how to make tender, delicious and flavorful thin pork chops baked in the oven! No problem at all!
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Course: main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to bake thin pork chops
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 1813kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 thin bone in pork chops
  • 1/3 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ Cup Hoisin Sauce
  • Cup brown sugar
  • 2 Tbs Garlic
  • 2 Tbs Fresh Ginger – grated
  • 2 Tbs Rice Vinegar
  • ½ tsp Kosher Salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 yellow onion – cut in half top to bottom and then into thin slices

Instructions

  • In a zip top storage bag place the bone in pork chops.
  • In a medium sized bowl, use a whisk or fork and mix all of the other ingredients except the onion together. Pour these mixed ingredients over the top of the pork chops and close the bag after squeezing as much of the air from the bag as possible. Mix the ingredients around to coat all of the pork chops.
  • Place the bag in the fridge for at least 2 hours up to 24 hours.
  • When ready to cook the pork chops, preheat the oven to 300.
  • Place aluminum foil on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread half of the onion onto the baking sheet. Remove the pork chops and place onto the onion and then place the rest of the onion slices on top of the pork chops. Pour the liquid from the bag onto the baking sheet.
  • Place the pork chops in the oven in the center of the center rack.
  • After 10 minutes, increase the temperature to 350.
  • Pork chops are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 or when you cut into the thicker pork chops and notice no pink meat.

Notes

  • You’ll notice that some of the pork chops are probably thicker than others. You’ll want to test the thicker pork chops for doneness. The thinner pork chops will be done quickest.
  • The marinade is what keeps the pork chops moist so be sure to add it to the pan.
  • Do not use any unused marinade on the finished product.
Substitutions
Thin Pork Chops – You can use this same marinade with a thicker cut pork chop, just cook the pork chops longer until they reach the correct internal temperature.
Garlic Powder – You can use fresh garlic, but you’ll need about 6 cloves minced or 2 Tbs minced garlic in olive oil.
Soy Sauce – It’s fine to use the lower salt soy sauce or Braggs Sauce
Vegetable Oil – Any cooking oil will work here.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
How to Bake Thin Pork Chops
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1813 Calories from Fat 531
% Daily Value*
Fat 59g91%
Saturated Fat 20g100%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Monounsaturated Fat 25g
Cholesterol 541mg180%
Sodium 7029mg293%
Potassium 3659mg105%
Carbohydrates 126g42%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 96g107%
Protein 186g372%
Vitamin A 342IU7%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 221mg22%
Iron 8mg44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Wendi is the writer, CEO and dishwasher at Loaves and Dishes! When not in the kitchen or behind the computer, you can find Wendi serving on International Food Conference Boards, Speaking at various conferences, Leading and Cooking for the local Arts Council's "Taste of Stokes" events or donating home cooked goodies to various local non profits such as the Danbury Songwriters and Stokes Partnership for Children. Wendi is also a Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree and serves on her town's board of councilmen.

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