40 Juicy Pork Chops in Under 30 Minutes

Updated on April 6, 2018 by Food Network Canada Editors

Looking for quick and easy weeknight meals? These mouthwatering baked pork chop recipes, boneless pork chop recipes and even fried pork chop recipes are so flavourful you won't believe they can be made in under a half hour.

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Giada De Laurentiis’ Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Giada’s speedy pork chops use pre-seasoned Italian-style breadcrumbs to add a hearty dose of fragrant herb flavour without any extra work. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/parmesan-crusted-pork-chops/15468/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis’ Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops</a>
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Honey and Maple-Brined Pork Chops

Accompanied by garlicky sauteed kale and homemade apple-onion chutney, these juicy, citrus-infused pork chops make for a truly unforgettable meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/honey-and-maple-brined-pork-chops/13854/" target="_blank">Honey and Maple-Brined Pork Chops</a>
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25-Minute Grilled Pork Chops with Succotash

Forget the burgers and switch up your backyard barbecue with succulent grilled pork chops. They cook in no time at all and make a complete mean when served with a summery side succotash made with fresh corn, ripe tomatoes and tender beans. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/25-minute-grilled-pork-chops-with-succotash/21467/" target="_blank">25-Minute Grilled Pork Chops with Succotash</a>
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25-Minute Unstuffed Pork Chops

Consider this a weeknight version of the classic stuffed pork chop, because it can be made in a flash and still delivers all the flavours of your favourite. Croutons are a convenient and fast ingredient swap in the mouth watering apricot ‘stuffing’. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/25-minute-unstuffed-pork-chops/21464/" target="_blank">25-Minute Unstuffed Pork Chops</a>
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Lighter Fried Pork Chop

Juicy pork chops with a crisp golden crust are served with sauteed cannellini beans and baby spinach for this quick dinner recipe. A little squeeze of lemon brightens it all up. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lighter-fried-pork-chop/20676/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Lighter Fried Pork Chop</a>
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Pork Chops with Pear Chutney

Late-summer pears are a seasonal delight, especially when cooked with fresh ginger, a little sugar and a touch of curry powder. The sweet topping ‘pears’ beautifully with simply fried chops for a fast, delicious dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-pear-chutney/20858/" target="_blank">Pork Chops with Pear Chutney</a>
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Pork Chops with Wine and Garlic

Balsamic vinegar, red wine and bay leaves - now you’re cooking with flavour! Simple pork chops become a down-home comforting meal with this easy recipe from the Pioneer Woman. Fresh lemony green beans are the perfect light side dish for this rich and delicious dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-wine-and-garlic/21171/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Pork Chops with Wine and Garlic</a>
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Pork Chop Agrodolce

"Agrodolce," an Italian sweet and sour sauce made with honey and balsamic vinegar, beautifully complements these tender pork chops. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chop-agrodolce/18970/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pork Chop Agrodolce</a>
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Tyler Florence’s Smothered Pork Chops

Buttermilk brings tang and creaminess to delectable pan sauce you’ll be licking off the plate. Cooking your chops right in the sauce means they’ll be tender and full of moisture, never dry. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tyler-florences-smothered-pork-chops/21000/" target="_blank">Tyler Florence’s Smothered Pork Chops</a>
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Pan-Fried Pork Chops

The Pioneer Woman knows how to feed a family in a flash and her flavourful pork chops are a smart and simple way to serve dinner to eight in under a half hour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-fried-pork-chops/20837/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Pan-Fried Pork Chops</a>
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Hoisin Grilled Pork Chops

Succulent and simple pork chops marinated in a rich hoisin sauce are livened up with a chilled Rumarita cocktail, brimming with fresh tangerine juice, triple sec and lime. Get the recipes for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-pork-chops/9575/" target="_blank">Roger Mooking's Hoisin Grilled Pork Chops</a> and <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/rumarita-cocktail/16383/" target="_blank">Rumarita Cocktail</a>
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Pork Chops Stuffed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

Good news: stuffing doesn’t have to involve bread. Pork chops (or try your hand at chicken breast) are sliced and filled with a mouthwatering, low-carb, Mediterranean veggie filling. You may not even need a side dish with this robust, healthy recipe. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-stuffed-with-sun-dried-tomatoes-and-spinach/15501/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pork Chops Stuffed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach</a>
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Fast-Fry Pork Loin Chops with Feta Cheese and Black Olives

Turn everyday pork into a fast, real-food Greek feast that will please the entire table. Grab a loaf of whole grain bread and dive into this elegant meal, pronto! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fast-fry-pork-loin-chops-with-feta-cheese-and-black-olives/13870/" target="_blank">Fast-Fry Pork Loin Chops with Feta Cheese and Black Olives</a>
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Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Sorghum BBQ Sauce

Bobby Flay knows a thing or two about a perfectly grilled piece of meat, and these spice-rubbed pork chops are just that; perfect. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spice-rubbed-pork-chops-with-sorghum-bbq-sauce/16208/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Sorghum BBQ Sauce</a>
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Pork Chops alla Pizzaiola

These juicy pork chops are cooked in an Italian sauce made with tomatoes, onions, herbes de Provence and red pepper flakes. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-alla-pizzaiola/15478/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pork Chops alla Pizzaiola</a>
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Vietnamese Pork Chops

Pork loin chops are prepared with garlic, sugar and the classic Vietnamese flavours of lemongrass and fish sauce for a fresh and flavourful meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vietnamese-pork-chops/13869/" target="_blank">Vietnamese Pork Chops</a>
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Pork Chop Layered Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

One taste of homemade blue cheese dressing and you’ll never buy it again. This light, protein-filled dinner gets a boost of flavour from this creamy, tangy dressing. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chop-layered-salad-with-blue-cheese-dressing/16155/" target="_blank">Pork Chop Layered Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing</a>
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Maple Brined Pork Chops with Maple Butter Greens

If you’ve never had maple butter, get ready to meet your new addiction. Everything you know and love about maple syrup and melted butter is spooned over pork chops and cooked with greens. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mapled-brined-pork-chops-with-maple-butter-greens-and-poblano-peppers/14369/" target="_blank">Maple Brined Pork Chops with Maple Butter Greens.</a>
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Harvest Pork Chops with Cranberry and Kale

Herbed pork chops are seared until golden brown and crispy and served with wilted kale and a sweet cranberry sauce. A delicious and hearty dinner that’s ready in 20 minutes! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/harvest-pork-chops-with-cranberry-and-kale/13224/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Harvest Pork Chops with Cranberry and Kale</a>
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Teriyaki Orange Pork Chops, Baby Potatoes and Skewered Vegetables

Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea? This recipe for yummy barbecue pork chops will have dinner on the table in a hurry. Glazed with a sweet and tangy orange-teriyaki sauce, pork chops are packed with flavour and grilled until perfectly tender. Serve alongside baby potatoes and grilled vegetable skewers. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/teriyaki-orange-pork-chops-baby-potatoes-and-skewered-veggies/7350/" target="_blank">Teriyaki Orange Pork chops, Baby Potatoes and Skewered Vegetables</a>
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Pan-Roasted Pork Chop with Pan Gravy

A sizzling cast-iron pan sears this pork chop to mouth-watering perfection, with halved baby potatoes, red onion, broccoli and kale combining as the savoury side dish in this one-pan meal, with the same pan also used to make thick, delicious gravy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-roasted-pork-chop-with-pan-gravy/15096/" target="_blank">Pan-Roasted Pork Chop with Pan Gravy</a>
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Butterflied Cuban Style Pork Chops

Get fancy with these cheese-stuffed pork chops. The zesty marinade is made from orange juice, lime juice, oregano, garlic and olive oil, which makes it delicious and totally worth the effort at your next barbecue. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/butterflied-cuban-style-pork-chops/15888/" target="_blank">Butterflied Cuban Style Pork Chops</a>
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Pork Chops with Tarragon Mushrooms

This flavourful pan-rushed pork dish with creamy button mushrooms, onion and tarragon can be made in just minutes. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-rushed-pork-chops-with-tarragon-mushrooms/13221/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Pork Chops with Tarragon Mushrooms</a>
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Grilled Pork Chops and Zesty Sauce Vierge

A mouth-watering dish with a variation of the classic French sauce that marries fresh, bold flavours with simplicity and speed. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-pork-chops-and-zesty-sauce-vierge-with-feta/10691/" target="_blank">Grilled Pork Chops and Zesty Sauce Vierge</a>.
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Smothered Pork Chops

Perfect for a down-home Sunday brunch, these thick-cut pork chops are smothered in a creamy veggie roux and served with a side of smashed red potatoes. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/smothered-pork-chops/17809/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Smothered Pork Chops</a>
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Pork Chop with Red Onion Confit

This mouth-watering dish is perfect for date night when you want to whip up something quick and easy. Laura Calder serves pan-fried pork chops with a homemade red onion confit. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chop-with-red-onion-confit/9019/" target="_blank">Laura Calder's Pork Chop with Red Onion Confit</a>
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Pork Chops with Caramelized Apple Cream Sauce

Succulent boneless chops are served with a sweet cream sauce and chunks of caramelized apples. Dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-caramelized-apple-cream-sauce/13174/" target="_blank">Pork Chops with Caramelized Apple Cream Sauce</a>.
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Pan Roast Pork Chops

Let the meat speak for itself in this recipe by Michael Smith that only calls for four ingredients. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-roast-pork-chops/10384/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Pan Roast Pork Chops</a>
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Caper Chops

The intense sweet and salty flavours of this caper and thyme sauce is a perfect complement to pork chops.Get the recipe <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/caper-chops/8302/">Laura Calder's Caper Chops</a>
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Spiced Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Glaze Agrodolce

One taste of Giada’s sweet honey-balsamic glaze and you won’t want to eat pork chops any other way. Simple seared chops are taken from basic to elegant with the addition of this herbaceous glaze that gets a flavour boost from garlic garlic and fragrant, fresh rosemary. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spiced-pork-chops-with-sweet-and-sour-glaze-agrodolce/21483/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis’ Spiced Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Glaze Agrodolce</a>
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Cider-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple Thyme Chutney and Collard Greens

Juicy, center cut pork chops are served with an apple, mustard and thyme chutney and collared greens flavouried with ham hocks. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cider-glazed-pork-chops-with-apple-thyme-chutney-and-collard-greens/10667/">Get the recipe here</a>.
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Grilled Shoulder Blade Chops with Pineapple Relish

Juicy pork chops soaked in a tropical marinade and grilled to perfection, served with an easy-to-make zesty pineapple relish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-shoulder-blade-chops-with-pineapple-relish/13880/" target="_blank">Grilled Shoulder Blade Chops with Pineapple Relish</a>
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Pork Chops with Ginger Sauce

Pork chops are an easy way to get dinner on the table in a hurry.Get the recipe <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-ginger-sauce/12066/">Michael Smith's Pork Chops with Ginger Sauce</a>
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Fried Pork Chops

Swap dinnertime schnitzel for these crisp-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside breaded fried pork chops. Serve with gravy, barbecue sauce, or just a squeeze of lemon juice. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fried-pork-chops/15670/" target="_blank">Nancy Fuller's Fried Pork Chops</a>
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Pork Chops with Green Olives and Lemon

Chops are seasoned and browned on both sides, then cooked down in a mixture of white wine, tart preserved lemon and briny green olives. Serve with roasted cherry tomatoes for a complete meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-green-olives-and-lemon/10362/" target="_blank">Laura Calder's Pork Chops with Green Olives and Lemon</a>
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Pork Chops with Braised Lentils

Savoury veggie-studded lentils are topped with tender and juicy pork chops, accompanied by a warm apple compote for a hint of sweetness. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-braised-lentils/8431/" target="_blank">Pork Chops with Braised Lentils</a>
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Pan Roasted Pork Chops and Broccoli

Looking for an easy dinner without a pile of dishes? This delicious, one-pan recipe is for you: a rustic pork chop dinner with pan-roasted broccoli and tender potatoes complete with rich pan gravy, all made in one pot so there’s less cleanup afterwards! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-roasted-pork-chop-with-pan-gravy/15096/" target="_blank">Pan Roasted Pork Chops and Broccoli.</a>
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Pork Milanese with Creamy Caper and Lemon Sauce

This Italian classic consists of thin-cut pork chops that are breaded then pan-fried until golden brown and crispy. Don't forget to whip up the addictive creamy caper and lemon sauce! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-milanese-with-creamy-caper-and-lemon-sauce/20127/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pork Milanese with Creamy Caper and Lemon Sauce</a>
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Pork Chops with Potatoes

A satisfying home cooked meal that boasts delicious flavour from fresh juniper berries, parsley, garlic and bacon. These rich and tender pork chops are tough to beat! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-potatoes/9100/" target="_blank">Laura Calder's Pork Chops with Potatoes</a>
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Sweet and Spicy Coffee-Rubbed Pork Chops

The magic ingredient for a succulent pork dinner? Coffee. When mixed with other savoury spices, ground coffee blends in while providing a robust flavour that pairs well with the sweet meat. Try the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-coffee-rubbed-pork-chops/14388/">Sweet and Spicy Coffee-Rubbed Pork Chops</a>.
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