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Easy seasoned pork chops

Published: Sep 18, 2020 · Updated: Sep 18, 2020 by Mely Martínez

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This post is sponsored by the National Pork Board.

Pork Chops seasoned

This easy seasoning for pork chops will take the classic cut of meat to the next level! This recipe is made with ingredients that many of you already have in your pantry, and it’s a great way to try exciting new flavors without leaving your house.

This mixture I use on the pork chops reminds me of the seasonings sold in the Yucatan region of Mexico, where pork dishes are very common. And believe me, the flavors of this pork will transport you there: no travel needed

Easy seasoned pork chops

I love the versatility of cooking with different cuts of pork, and I always have a package of pork chops in our freezer. They are really convenient, as they are only a few minutes of grilling away from making a delicious meal, and I also like that they are a relatively lean cut of meat, too. Because of this, pork is a great option to use if you want to try new flavors and cuisines at home.

Another thing I like about pork cuts is that they take the flavor of rubs and marinades very well, making them a blank canvas for whatever type of dish you want to make.

Easy seasoned pork chops

What Temperature should I cook pork chops at?

It is important to properly cook pork to the correct temperature. If you can invest in a digital meat thermometer, it will make it much easier for you when you cook pork. It will eliminate any guesswork, especially since the thickness of the pork chops can vary depending on where you buy them. Simply insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the pork chop (making sure it doesn’t touch the bone), and the thermometer should read 145ºF degrees when the meat is cooked.

If you don’t have a thermometer, I have added the cooking time in the instructions below for ¾-inch-thick pork chops (remember that the thickness may vary).

Pork chops and seasonings

How to cook seasoned pork chops

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INSTRUCTIONS:

Stove top Easy pork chop
Easy Seasoned Pork Chops
  1. In case the pork chops have any excess moisture, use a paper towel to pat them dry. Place the pork chops in a large glass dish.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, cumin, onion and garlic powders, and the Mexican oregano. Gently crumble the oregano with your fingers before adding it to the bowl.
  3. Add the lime juice to the bowl and stir well. Pour this mixture over the pork chops and make sure it covers them all over. Set these aside while you heat the grill or grilling pan.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large stove-top grilling pan at medium-high heat. This will take about 1-2 minutes. Once it is hot, place the pork chops in the pan and cook for 6 minutes. After this time, flip the pork chops and continue cooking them. Cook the pork chops for 4 minutes if you like your meat with a little bit of pink, or 6 minutes if you like the meat well cooked. Once cooked (to an internal temperature of 145ºF), serve the pork chops immediately, otherwise, they will continue to cook with the heat from the pan.
Grilling pork chops stove top

Serve the pork chops with a side of beans, rice, and a fresh salsa. I hope you enjoy this quick recipe for Seasoned Pork Chops.

TIPS:

  • If you want to enhance the flavors of this dish, you can let the pork chops marinate in the spice mix for at least a couple of hours in the fridge before cooking.
  • This same seasoning mixture can be used for other cuts of pork.
  • In case you live in an area where you can find bitter orange (Seville orange), you can use 2 tablespoons of their juice instead of the lime juice. This is my preferred way of making this seasoning, as it gives the meat a hint of sweetness on top of all the spices.
Seasoned Pork Chops

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Seasoned Pork Chops

Seasoned pork chops

Mely Martínez - Mexico in my Kitchen
This easy seasoning for pork chops will take the classic cut of meat to the next level! This recipe is made with ingredients that many of you already have in your pantry, and it’s a great way to try exciting new flavors without leaving your house.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Total Time 21 mins
Course Pork
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pork chops ¾ inches thick (about 1¾ to 2 lbs.)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • The juice from 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • In case the pork chops have any excess moisture, use a paper towel to pat them dry. Place the pork chops in large glass dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, cumin, onion and garlic powders, and the Mexican oregano. Gently crumble the oregano with your fingers before adding it to the bowl.
  • Add the lime juice to the bowl and stir well. Pour this mixture over the pork chops and make sure it covers them all over. Set these aside while you heat the grill or grilling pan.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large stove-top grilling pan at medium-high heat. This will take about 1-2 minutes. Once it is hot, place the pork chops in the pan and cook for 6 minutes. After this time, flip the pork chops and continue cooking them. Cook the pork chops for 4 minutes if you like your meat with a little bit of pink, or 6 minutes if you like the meat well cooked. Once cooked (to an internal temperature of 145ºF), serve the pork chops immediately, otherwise they will continue to cook with the heat from the pan.

Serve the pork chops with a side of beans, rice, and a hot salsa.

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    Comments

    1. Kathy

      September 19, 2020 at 8:11 am

      This looks delicious! I’m so happy to have found you and your website and can’t wait to receive my cookbook! Wishing you much success!
      Kathy

      Reply
      • Mely Martínez

        September 19, 2020 at 3:25 pm

        Hello Kathy,

        Thank you for visiting. Happy cooking!

        Reply
    2. Alisha

      September 27, 2020 at 6:03 pm

      This looks really yummy.
      Can You substitute chicken for the pork chops ?

      Reply
      • Mely Martínez

        September 28, 2020 at 3:56 pm

        Hello Alisha,
        you can use, chicken breast, boneless chicken thigs have more flavor.

        Reply
    3. Lucy

      September 27, 2020 at 7:42 pm

      What an excellent idea (combining with salsa rojo) for a pork chop recipe! I’m excited to try this. Cookbooks aren’t in my budget for now but I love your blog and read it as much as I can. I didn’t know you’re in the north Dallas area — thank you for these fantastic ideas and beautiful photos.

      Reply
    4. kayla

      January 26, 2021 at 5:25 pm

      Can I use regular oregano?

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      • Mely Martínez

        January 26, 2021 at 6:48 pm

        Hello Kayla,
        If you do not have Mexican oregano in your pantry you can use another type of oregano, not sure what do you mean by regular oregano.
        But, yes can still make a tasty seasoning for the pork chops.

        Reply

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