Bone-in Oven Roasted Pork Chops with Peaches

Pork chops with peaches are so EASY you’ll be making them every night. Sweetened with roasted peaches for a fabulous flavor, you can throw this sheet pan meal together in less than 10 minutes and have the perfect summer dinner ready in 30 minutes.

 

Sometimes I forget how quick and easy pork chops can be, but you have to admit, they sound kind of boring and we’ve all had dried out overcooked pork chops. Baked pork chops with peaches are so easy, simple and delicious that I don’t know why they haven’t been in my dinner rotation along with smothered pork chops with a mushroom gravy. Both are so tender and easy to make.

The juices from the sweet roasted peaches combine with the pork chops while they roast together in the oven. Did I mention that these are cooked on a sheet pan in the oven, so you only have 1 pan to clean up afterwards. If you prefer a grill, try bbq pork chops with peaches.

Natalie wanted to know why we don’t eat pork chops more.  I blame it on Mike, when he was in the Navy, many years ago, they had overcooked pork chops a lot so it’s not his first choice. However, he has decided he now loves them when baked with peaches.

You can prep these in less than 10 minutes. All you have to do is slice the peaches, leaving the skins on and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. That’s it! The flavors are great even though you’re just using salt and pepper.  

I use bone-in pork chops and try to find peaches that are ready to eat for the sweetest flavor you can find. (Check out my tips on how to choose ripe peaches) We prefer a pork chop that’s about one inch thick, if they are thicker, you’ll need to cook them a bit longer before putting them under the broiler. A meat thermometer should read 135º.

Pro Tip: The meat thermometer is your friend. Pork will continue to cook once removed from the oven.  The USDA has indicated that it is safe to eat pork chops even if they’re still pink at 145º, so remove them from the oven at 135º and they will reach 145º in about 5 minutes.

How to defrost pork chops

The best way to defrost pork chops is in the refrigerator, it should take about 12-14 hours, so just put them in the fridge the night before. If you’re in a hurry, place them in a resealable bag and place the bag in a large bowl of cool water. Replace the water every 30 minutes until they’re thawed. This will take a couple of hours.

You should not thaw pork chops on the counter. The external temperature will get too warm before the inside has thawed.

Why should you make this sheet pan dinner

• You only have 1 pan to clean
• You can prep them in less than 10 minutes
• It’s a healthy dinner
• Pork chops are inexpensive
• They are tender and juicy
• Peaches with pork are delicious

What you’ll need

• Bone-in pork chops – you can also use pork chops without the bone, but the bone adds more flavor. Try to keep them about an inch deep or they will need to cook longer than the peaches.
• Red onion – you could also use a sweet vidalia onion if they’re available.
• Peaches – you don’t need to peel the peaches, try to find ones that are ripe.
• Balsamic vinegar– this is optional but it’s a great flavor with the peaches.

How to make pork chops with peaches

Step 1:

Slice onions and drizzle both onions and pork chops with olive oil. Salt and pepper and place in the oven.

Step 2:

While the pork chops are roasting, slice some peaches, you can leave the skins on.

Step 3:

Turn the oven to broil and place the peaches beside the pork chops and broil until the peaches are charred and softened. Cook until a meat thermometer registers 135º.

Step 4:

Remove from the oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar before serving. The meat will continue to cook once it’s removed from the oven.

Not only are pork chops quick, easy and delicious, but they’re pretty inexpensive.  A win in all categories.

What are the best side dishes for pork chops

• Creamy Mac & Cheese is my favorite side dish with pork chops, the creamy cheesy texture goes great with pork.
• You can’t go wrong with super moist cornbread biscuits.
• Need some veggies, try simple roasted asparagus with mushrooms.
• If you really want to impress, try corn pudding.

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