Pork chops typically take between about 15 to 45 minutes to cook, depending on the cooking method and thickness:
- Oven baking: At 325°F (165°C), bake pork chops for approximately 30 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C) and rests to 160°F (71°C)
. At 375°F (190°C), searing first then baking takes about 8 to 15 minutes depending on thickness, aiming for 145°F internal temperature before resting
. Another method at 425°F (218°C) involves searing then baking for 15 to 20 minutes to 140°F, then resting
. Baking with vegetables at 200°C (fan 180°C) can take 35-45 minutes total
- Pan frying: Cook pork chops on medium-high heat for about 7 minutes per side until cooked through, plus resting time
. Another approach is searing the edges for 3 minutes, then cooking 4 minutes on one side, 2 minutes on the other, plus 1 minute with oil or butter, then resting for 2 minutes
- Grilling: Grill under moderate heat for 12-16 minutes, turning once, or 16-18 minutes if no topping is added
Carryover cooking is important: the internal temperature of pork chops will rise 5-7°F after removing from heat, so it’s best to take them off slightly before the target temperature and let them rest covered for 5 minutes to finish cooking
. In summary, pork chops usually take about 15-20 minutes on the stovetop or grill, or 30 minutes in the oven at moderate temperatures, with internal temperature checks to ensure they reach 145°F (63°C) for safe, juicy results
