Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary
Juicy pork chops marinated and oven-roasted with garlic, rosemary, and lemon for an aromatic Italian-inspired entrée. This italian-inspired pork (gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops, olive oil, fresh rosemary, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make a marinade.
- Step 2: Rub the marinade evenly over 4 bone-in pork chops, coating all sides. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Place the pork chops on a rimmed baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the edges are golden.
- Step 4: Remove the pork chops from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic and Rosemary gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
