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Oven-Baked Barbecue Pork Chops

These oven-baked barbecue pork chops are juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to impress at the dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chops
  • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick (6–8 oz each)
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or other neutral cooking oil)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or sweet paprika if you prefer)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for mild heat)
Sauce
  • 3/4 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade), plus extra for serving
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Baking Prep
  • 1 spray Nonstick cooking spray or a little extra oil for the baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and cayenne.
  4. Rub the pork chops with olive oil. Then, apply the spice mixture evenly over the chops.
  5. In another bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
Baking
  1. Place the seasoned pork chops in the baking dish and coat them with half of the sauce.
  2. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil, baste the chops with the remaining sauce, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  4. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the pork chops cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the pork chops for up to 3 months. Just be sure to wrap them well to keep them fresh.