Southern Ranch Baked Pork Chops
These Southern Ranch Baked Pork Chops are juicy, flavorful, and topped with a creamy ranch-Parmesan crust that turns golden in the oven. With a simple mayonnaise base and savory ranch seasoning, this easy baked pork chop recipe delivers big comfort-food flavor with minimal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops boneless or bone-in, about 1 inch thick
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil for the baking sheet
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 tsp paprika optional
- fresh parsley chopped, optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and arrange them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Season the pork chops with black pepper and sprinkle lightly with paprika if using.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until smooth and thick.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the tops of the pork chops, covering most of the surface.
- Bake for 18–25 minutes until the topping is golden and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- For extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end of cooking while watching closely.
- Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Serve these pork chops with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or buttered rice to soak up the flavorful juices.