4 Simple and Fast Methods to Cook Pork Chops

How to Choose the Right Pork Chops

Pork chops are available in two main types: boneless and bone-in. Nicole uses both options in these recipes, recommending center-cut chops for the best flavor and tenderness.

1. Savory Breakfast Sausage

A hearty breakfast sausage served alongside potato hash and fresh fruit

Alberta Rose

Get the recipe for Homemade Breakfast Sausage.

You can grind your own pork chops using a food processor to create breakfast sausage exactly how you like it—without any preservatives or artificial colors that often come with store-bought versions. Plus, making it yourself is far more affordable! This recipe lets you shape the sausage into patties or cook it up as crumbles, perfect for breakfast casseroles or dishes like biscuits and gravy.

2. Pan-Seared Pork Chops

A golden-brown pork chop garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and kalamata olives, served with a side of mixed greens

Dinogo

Get the recipe for Greek-Style Seared Pork Chops.

This quick and easy one-pan dish is packed with vibrant flavors, making it an ideal choice for a light summer meal. The pork chops are seasoned to perfection, and the searing process enhances the flavors with a golden crust. The briny, tangy topping of olives and feta perfectly balances the acidity of the dish. Nicole prefers using a non-stick pan for this recipe, as it requires less oil to achieve a perfect sear. Boneless pork chops are the best option, as they can be pounded to a ½-inch thickness for quick, even cooking.

3. Crispy Breaded Pork Chops

Get the recipe for Crunchy Breaded Pork Chops.

These easy breaded pork chops are reminiscent of the ones Nicole's grandmother used to make. After dipping them in beaten eggs and coating them with seasoned breadcrumbs, they are fried to a golden brown, creating a crispy exterior while keeping the meat tender and juicy inside. They are finished in the oven on a wire rack to ensure the breading stays crisp. Nicole loves pairing them with mashed potatoes and green beans for the ultimate comfort meal.

4. Grilled Pork Chops

A close-up of marinated and perfectly grilled pork loin chops

mommyluvs2cook

Get the recipe for Grilled Pork Loin Chops.

A marinade made with brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, ginger, and garlic powder helps create tender and juicy pork loin chops when grilled. Whether cooked on an indoor grill pan or on a gas or charcoal grill outdoors, these chops are a great choice for a quick weeknight meal or a special dinner for guests.

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