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Sweet and Savory Baked Boneless Pork Chops

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Polly Conner
By: Polly ConnerPosted: 4/4/24Updated: 3/8/23

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A few simple ingredients can bring a simple pork chop to life! These Sweet and Savory Baked Boneless Pork Chops not only come together in a flash.

Make sure to reduce the marinade into a delectable, sticky sauce to drizzle over the top just before eating.

Four savory pork chops lined up on a plate with green beans on either side of them. this …


 

“My teens barely eat pork chops anymore-but there were NO complaints or leftovers when I made this! Will definitely be making again & again!

Very simple recipe. Served with wild rice & bacon wrapped asparagus.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️” – Mary

Table of Contents
  • About This Recipe
  • Ingredients Needed
  • Important: Let the Pork Chops Marinate
  • Baked Boneless Pork Chop Success Tips
  • How long do I bake boneless pork chops in the oven?
  • Pro Tip: Repurpose the Marinade
  • How to Freeze Pork Chops
  • Recipe Variations
  • Side Dish Ideas
  • Sweet and Savory Baked Boneless Pork Chops

About This Recipe

  • It’s been well tested!
  • The marinade only has 4 ingredients.
  • It can be cooked in the oven OR on the stovetop.

Serve it with some Bacon Wrapped Green Beans, Maple Glazed Carrots, or Grilled Asparagus for a tasty, well-rounded meal!

Ingredients Needed

Here is what goes into the pork chop marinade. I bet you even have these in your pantry!

Sweet & Savory pork chop ingredients measured out in bowls sitting on a wooden cutting board and labeled.

Ingredient Notes:

  • Pork Chops
    • Choose chops that are at least 1 inch thick. We recommend this for our Pan-Seared Pork Chops as well.
    • Bone-in or boneless pork chops both work.
  • Soy Sauce – use coconut aminos for a gluten-free alternative flavor.

Important: Let the Pork Chops Marinate

It’s important to let the pork chops marinate for at least 2 hours.

You can marinate them up to about 24 hours in the fridge to help them soak up flavor, but don’t overdo it. Marinating too long can cause the meat to break down and get mushy at a certain point.

Baked Boneless Pork Chop Success Tips

  1. The right marinade is important, since pork runs lean and bland on its own. The marinade for this recipe is spot on and only requires a few pantry ingredients.
  2. While baking pork chops works beautifully, pan-searing them works well too. It creates a crust on the outside while keeping it moist on the inside.
  3. Adjust cooking time if needed. All pork chops are not created equal. Some are thinner, thicker, have extra fat on the edges, etc. Think of our suggested cooking time as a guideline. To ensure a perfectly cooked chop, you need to check the internal temperature with an internal meat thermometer a few times during the last part of the baking.
  4. Remove the pork chops from the oven when they reach an internal temperature of 140°F and allow them to rest for 5 minutes. While it’s resting, the temperature will rise to 145 degrees, which is the USDA’s safe temperature guideline for consuming pork chops.
Four cooked boneless pork chops lined up on aluminum foil.

How long do I bake boneless pork chops in the oven?

Many think baking pork chops will produce dry, tough, and tasteless meat. The truth is that baked pork chops can be amazingly tender and juicy if you cook them at the right temperature and the right time.

For 1-inch thick, boneless pork chops, cook them at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the center of the chop registers 140-145°F.

drizzling glaze over pork chop

Pro Tip: Repurpose the Marinade

To make these pork chops a sweet & savory delight, be sure to reduce the marinade at the end and drizzle it over the top of those chops. You won’t regret it.

Sweet and savory pork chops lined up on a white plate with green beans on either side of them.

How to Freeze Pork Chops

You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for make-ahead freezer meals.

Not only have we written two freezer meal cookbooks but we also have some amazing 1 Hour Freezer Prep Plans that walk you through how to make 6 meals in one hour.

Like so many of our freezer meal recipes, these boneless pork chops work beautifully as a freezer meal.

TO FREEZE: Instead of placing the marinating pork chops in the fridge, freeze them in a gallon-size freezer bag.

TO PREPARE: Let the pork chops and marinade thaw in the fridge for 24 hours. Prepare as directed.

Boneless pork chops with sweet & savory marinade in a freezer bag.

Recipe Variations

Here are a few different ways to use this marinade recipe.

  1. Use this same marinade and sauce for pork tenderloin. Bake at 450°F for about 20 minutes or grill using this recipe.
  2. Use this same marinade and sauce for boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Dice the cooked pork chops and toss them into our Fried Rice with Sweet Soy Sauce.

Side Dish Ideas

Sweet & Savory Pork Chops will play nice with all sorts of side dishes. Here are a few to get you started:

Oven-roasted honey balsamic Brussels sprouts with balsamic drizzle.

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Four twice baked potatoes on a serving platter.

Bacon and Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes

Oven roasted asparagus on parchment paper.

Oven Roasted Asparagus

salad dressing pouring over salad

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

Recipe FAQs

Can I use bone-in pork chops?

Yes, bone-in will work. They will take a little longer to cook so just use your meat thermometer to know when they are done.

Are these dairy-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally dairy-free. No substitutions needed.

Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes. All you need to do is substitute the soy sauce for coconut aminos.

Can I cook these pork chops on the stovetop instead?

Yep! We have a recipe for Pan Seared Pork Chops here.

Simply put: Heat oil over medium-high heat. Place pork chops in the pan and sear each side for 60-90 seconds. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook 6-8 minutes (for 1 inch) and 10-12 minutes (for 1 1/2 inch), flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reads 145°F.

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Four savory pork chops lined up on a plate wit green beans on either side of them.
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Sweet and Savory Baked Boneless Pork Chops

These pork chops not only come together in a flash but can also be prepped as a make-ahead freezer meal. Make sure to reduce the marinade into a delectable, sticky sauce to drizzle over the top just before eating. A great weeknight meal that everyone will love!

Yield: 6 pork chops 1x
Prep: 5 minCook: 30 minTotal: 35 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • Optional: 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (for a little heat)
  • 6 boneless pork chops (1-inch thick)
  • Freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Make It Now:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, garlic, and red pepper flakes (optional). Place the marinade and pork chops in a gallon-size freezer bag. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
  2. Allow the pork chops to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed sheet pan with foil or parchment paper and coat with cooking spray. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and place on the pan. (Do not discard the marinade though!)
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they register to 140°F internally. Remove, tent with foil, and let rest for 5-10 minutes. (Temperature will rise another 5 degrees during this time.)
  5. Meanwhile, pour the remaining marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a boil (watch closely so it doesn’t boil over!). Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 minutes. Strain the sauce to remove any solids. Drizzle the cooked marinade over the pork and serve. Top with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Freeze For Later: Follow Step 1. Label and place the bag of pork chops and marinade in the freezer.

Prepare From Frozen: Let the pork chops thaw using one of these safe methods. Follow Steps 3-5.


Notes/Tips

Stovetop Cooking Method: In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade but do not discard the marinade. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning once. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, turning once, for 10-15 minutes, or until they register 140°F (temp will rise another 5° as it rests). Remove from the heat and let the chops rest 5-10 minutes.

To kick up the flavor a notch, add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.

Some of our readers have seared the pork chops in an oven-safe pan on the stovetop for 1-2 minutes per side and then finished baking them until done.

© Author: Polly Conner
Cuisine: American Method: Oven

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  1. Jennifer says

    Posted on 3/15/25 at 10:01 pm

    Very good. I used low sodium soy sauce and 4 garlic cloves. Will try freezing the recipe next time.

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 3/16/25 at 7:39 am

      Thanks for your review and suggestions. Appreciate it!

      Reply
  2. Michelle B says

    Posted on 7/15/24 at 8:02 am

    It was absolutely delicious. You can make the sauce to go on top but you really do not need to. It is full of flavor. Definitely a keeper for my family.

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 7/15/24 at 10:18 am

      So glad you found a keeper for your family Michelle! Thanks for the review.

      Reply
  3. Dawn says

    Posted on 10/29/23 at 5:40 pm

    Very simple and tasty. We loved it

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 10/29/23 at 7:29 pm

      So glad you loved it Dawn. Thank you for leaving a review!

      Reply
  4. lois says

    Posted on 8/31/22 at 12:31 pm

    These are so good, and simple! My chops were thinner, so only needed to bake 10-15 min. Yummy supper, quick? yes, please!

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 8/31/22 at 2:02 pm

      Good to know about the timing. Thanks for the review!

      Reply
  5. Mary Gober says

    Posted on 7/21/22 at 8:09 pm

    My teens barely eat pork chops anymore-but there were NO complaints or leftovers when I made this! Will definitely be making again & again! Very simple recipe. Served with wild rice & bacon wrapped asparagus.

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 7/22/22 at 11:15 am

      Yassss! Love the idea of the wild rice and bacon wrapped asparagus sides, too. Yum!

      Reply
  6. Susan says

    Posted on 7/5/22 at 9:25 am

    I gave 5 stars without tasting! Will prepare tonight in my new countertop Oster oven, and will prepare some to freeze. I’m gluten-free, too, so really appreciate these types of recipes AND freezer meals. I shop on a tight budget so especially like things I can buy on sale and freeze.

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 7/5/22 at 9:59 am

      Thank you, Susan. Helping out people with our simple, versatile, freezer-friendly recipes is what we love to do!

      Reply
  7. Ronnie says

    Posted on 6/11/22 at 3:12 pm

    Delicious on the grill! I bought some boneless chops on sale and marinated them and put them in the freezer. Thawed them overnight and used indirect heat on the grill. Be sure to keep them to 145 degrees. The boiled sauce was yummy. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 6/13/22 at 8:32 am

      Thanks for the tips and feedback, Ronnie. Appreciate it!

      Reply
  8. Holly Gatson says

    Posted on 12/10/21 at 11:57 am

    This is our family’s go-to pork chop recipe. I’ve made it several times since discovering it earlier this year. I am gluten-free; this recipe is originally GF, so my family can eat without needing substitutions! Just use GF soy sauce (i.e., Coconut Aminos).

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 12/10/21 at 5:00 pm

      Hi Holly. I’m thrilled to hear that this recipe is a go-to for your family and works for your GF diet! Thanks for the review!

      Reply

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