This oven-baked boneless pork chops recipe is bright with jerk and lime flavor and takes just minutes in the oven. Developed by a registered dietitian, it’s a simple, family-friendly dinner that’s quick, tasty, and easy to make.
This straightforward dish is a great way to introduce new flavors to your family. The interplay of jerk seasoning and fresh lime makes these pork chops especially memorable.
Pair these jerk-lime boneless pork chops with simple sides like green beans or a crisp salad and rice or potatoes for a complete meal the whole family will enjoy.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Baking thin boneless pork chops in the oven is faster and cleaner than pan-searing. This recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort—perfect for busy weeknights.
- Quick and Easy Thin pork chops cook very quickly—about 10–12 minutes depending on thickness—without needing a prior sear.
- Simple Ingredients You need only four main ingredients: thin boneless pork chops, lime (zest and juice), jerk seasoning, and a little olive oil.
- Family Friendly Mild heat from the jerk seasoning and bright lime make this dish popular with both kids and adults. Serve sauces on the side for picky eaters.
Dietitian Tips
Serving meat separately and offering sauces on the side can help picky eaters try more protein at mealtime.
Trimming visible fat from the edges of the pork chops is an easy way to reduce saturated fat in the meal.
Ingredient Notes
- Thin-Cut Boneless Pork Chops Buy them already cut or slice a pork loin into thin chops yourself for even cooking.
- Jerk Seasoning Caribbean jerk seasoning gives the characteristic flavor—use a brand you like. Note: jerk is different from Cajun seasoning.
- Lime This recipe uses both lime zest and juice. Zest before cutting the lime, and use a microplane or the fine side of a box grater for the zest.
How to Cook Boneless Pork Chops
Quick overview—full details are in the recipe card below.
- Zest and juice one lime, zesting before juicing.
- Whisk lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, and jerk seasoning in a small bowl.
- Trim visible fat from each pork chop, then coat in the marinade. Let rest 30 minutes.
- Arrange chops on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for about 10–12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
📱Meal Prep Tip
Start by marinating the pork chops. While they marinate, preheat the oven and prepare sides so everything finishes together.
Many vegetables can roast at the same temperature as the pork chops; adjust cooking times as needed.
🥔What to Serve with Thin Pork Chops
Serving the meat separately gives you plenty of versatile side options.
- Rice (white or brown)
- Quinoa or Farro
- Roasted or mashed potatoes
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Garlicky green beans
- Broccoli Parmesan
- Sweet potato fries or roasted sweet potato chunks
- Applesauce
Helpful Tips
- Cook time varies with thickness: at 400°F, ½” chops typically take 7–8 minutes, while ¾” chops may take up to 12 minutes.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to verify the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Try to choose chops that are uniform in thickness so they finish at the same time.
- Avoid overcooking to keep the pork chops juicy and tender.
- Additional seasonings like brown sugar, garlic powder, or onion powder are optional; this recipe is flavorful without them.
- Trim visible fat with a sharp knife or kitchen shears before marinating.
- Marinate in a sealed food-safe bag or a shallow dish to maximize contact with the marinade.
- To simplify cleanup, line the baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray before placing the chops on it.
Questions You May Have
Yes. Cook at a similar temperature for less time, or reduce the air fryer temperature by about 25°F and follow the same time. In all methods, cook until the internal temperature reads 145°F.
Yes. For thin chops, sauté over medium-high heat about 3 minutes per side, or until they reach 145°F.
Yes. Bone-in chops take longer to cook, so monitor the internal temperature closely.
Cool leftovers to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
No—place them in the oven and bake without flipping.
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📖 Recipe
Oven Baked Boneless Pork Chops
Kristi
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Equipment
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Box grater or microplane to zest the lime
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Baking sheet
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Kitchen shears or a sharp knife to trim fat
Ingredients
- 4 Thin-cut boneless pork chops
- 1 Lime zest and juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Zest the lime, then juice it.
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In a small bowl, combine lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, and jerk seasoning to make the marinade.
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Trim visible fat from the pork chops, then rub both sides with the marinade. Let them marinate for 30 minutes.
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Bake on a prepared baking sheet for about 10 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cooking time depends on chop thickness. At 400°F, ½” chops usually take 7–8 minutes; ¾” chops may take closer to 12 minutes.
- Choose chops of similar thickness so they cook evenly.
- Do not overcook—remove from the oven when the internal temperature hits 145°F for juicy results.
- Optional additions like brown sugar, garlic powder, or onion powder are not necessary for this recipe but can be added to taste.
- Trim fat with a sharp knife or kitchen shears before marinating.
- Marinate in a sealed food-safe bag or a shallow dish for best coverage.
- Serve A-1 or another favorite sauce on the side if desired.
- *Nutrition facts are estimates and will vary by pork chop size, trimming, and how much marinade remains.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 31g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 88mg
Sodium: 132mg
Potassium: 614mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g