
We enjoyed these chops with potatoes and broccoli, but they are just as good with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes and a fresh green salad. Note: The meat may still be faintly pink at 145☏ and it’s normal as well as safe according to the USDA. Avoid cutting into the meat, as the juices will escape and dry out the meat. When the internal temperature reaches 145☏, remove from the oven. The only reliable way to check doneness is by inserting an instant-read thermometer into the middle of the chop. Time in the oven really depends on the thickness and your oven. In a 400☏ oven, count on 7-8 minutes per half-inch of thickness for boneless pork sirloin chops.

Allow your chops to rest for about 5 minutes after baking to guarantee a soft, juicy texture.Overcooking your chops will dry them out so watch the temperature doesn’t rise above 145☏. Monitor the internal temperature of your chops using an instant-read, digital meat thermometer. Baked Pork Chop This simple preparation is perfect for a weeknight just shake and bake Get the Recipe: Baked Pork Chops Next Up Our Favorite Salsa Recipes 20 Photos We Recommend.This means using pork sirloin chops that are at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick.

