Pork Chop Stuffing Casserole (Oven Recipe) - Recipes That Crock! (2024)

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Is it better to bake pork chops fast or slow? ›

Baking pork chops at 350 degrees F will result in more gently cooked and tender pork chops, but it will take more time. This temperature is ideal for thicker chops (between 1 and 2 inches) as well as pan-seared chops, since the lower, slower baking ensures that the pork cooks all the way through.

Some baked pork chop recipes do require that the pan is covered with either foil or a lid. It creates steam and ensures that the meat is tender and juicy.

Give Your Chops a Brine

For four pork chops, I use a basic brine of 1/2 cup of salt and eight cups of water. Dissolve the salt in the water, pour it over the chops, and refrigerate for up to four hours. Rinse the chops off and pat them dry before cooking.

Pork, and pork chops in particular, cook up pretty fast. However, pork only needs an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Typically, when we cook at high temperature, we over cook the pork. This leaves it dry and tough.

You can overcook pork chops in the slow cooker, so it's important to use LOW heat. Even if you check early, with the way heat is distributed, if you cook the chops on HIGH they are likely to be dry.

Make sure to brown your pork chops first before putting them in the oven, for extra flavor. Cook the pork chops at 275F for 3 hours or more.

After 10 minutes, flip the pork chops to ensure even cooking. Continue baking until there is no longer any pink and the juices run clear. Note that for some marinades, the juices will always have some tint of color due to the color of the marinade.

How Long to Bake Pork Chops at 400 Degrees F. At 400 degrees F you can count on 7 to 8 minutes for each 1/2 inch of thickness your pork chops are. So, 3/4-inch-thick chops will take 10 to 12 minutes, 1-inch-thick cooks in 15 to 16 minutes, and so on.

How to Keep Pork Chops from Drying Out? Brine Them! After you bring your pork chops home, time to brine! Brining pork chops is one of the best ways way to guarantee a juicy cooked pork chop.

What liquid should I cook pork in? ›

What liquids should you use for slow-cooked pork? Aside from barbecue sauce, something tangy and sweet is a good go-to for slow-cooked pork. Apple cider vinegar has the right amount of acidity to break down the fattiness and is equipped with a bright flavor that pairs beautifully with pork.

Slow cook the pork 14 to 16 hours.

Cover and cook on the LOW setting until the pork is soft enough to pull apart with a spoon, 14 to 16 hours.

So easy! You can also flip the script and go for a reverse sear, where you cook the chops in a low oven and then finish them in a hot pan to get that browned, caramelized crust. About 30 minutes at 250°F will cook the chops to the perfect temperature for searing.

Tip #3: Rub the chops with spices and some flour.

Whichever you choose, add a little flour to it. Rubbing a small amount of flour over the chops helps to add a flavorful crust.

Low and slow is always the go for a tender pork roast. Depending on the size of the roast and the type of slow cooker, a pork roast is best cooked on LOW for 6-8 hours. If you prefer an oven method, a typical roast will take 3-4 hours in a low (160°C) oven.