Simple Oven-Baked Barbecue Pork Chops

Juicy, tender pork chops baked in a rich, smoky barbecue sauce with a hint of sweetness and tang. This easy oven method keeps them moist while building layers of bold flavor—perfect for a reliable, crowd-pleasing dinner.

INGREDIENTS:

4 bone-in pork chops 6-8 oz each, about 1 inch thick

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tbsp brown sugar lightly packed

cayenne pepper pinch, optional

3/4 cup barbecue sauce plus extra for serving

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar optional

1 tsp Dijon mustard optional

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.

Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.

Mix salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and cayenne.

Rub chops with olive oil and coat with spice mixture on both sides.

Mix barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard.

Place chops in dish, coat with half the sauce, and cover with foil.

Bake covered for 15 minutes.

Uncover, baste with more sauce, and bake 10–15 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Rest for 5 minutes before serving.