Baked Cranberry Pork Chops

Looking for a new way to jazz up pork chops? The sauce for these Baked Cranberry Pork Chops includes just three ingredients but packs a flavorful punch. For best results, mix together the sauce and marinate the pork chops overnight.

We pulled this version of Baked Cranberry Pork Chops straight from our Grandma’s trusty wooden recipe box. The pork chops are cooked low and slow in the oven for a juicy, tender texture. The sauce is almost like a sweet barbecue sauce from just three ingredients.

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Cranberry Glazed Pork Chops Ingredients:

Bone-in Pork Chops

Canned Cranberry Sauce

Dry Onion Soup Mix

French Onion Dressing

Baked Cranberry Pork Chops

When we found this recipe, the list of ingredients for the sauce intrigued us – dry onion soup mix packet, French dressing, jellied cranberry sauce – so we had to try it! Grandma did not fix this recipe for us when we were growing up but we knew it had to be good if she kept it in her collection of hand-written recipes.

It didn’t disappoint! Both adults and kids love this recipe, and the amazing aroma that drifts through the house while the pork chops are baking is downright amazing.

Cranberry sauce is a great pantry staple to use in baked pork recipes of any kind.  It’s delish in our Instant Pot Cranberry Ham Recipe.

Barbara’s family only eats two pork chops at a time, so she put the extra pork chops and sauce in freezer bags (uncooked), and threw them in the freezer for a second or third meal.  You could even change up the protein for a delicious chicken dish.

   

What internal temperature do I cook pork chops to?

The FDA recommends cooking pork chops to an internal temperature range of 145 to 160 degrees F. The easiest way to reach this temperature without over cooking is to use a digital meat thermometer. Set the targeted temperature, and it will beep when the pork hits that temperature.

What do I serve with pork chops?

Pork chops pair perfectly with vintage side dishes. Some great options include Crispy Fried Potatoes, Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Dutch Green Beans, Cucumbers and Onions, Old Fashioned Pea Salad and Ranch Cauliflower Salad.

Serve these Baked Cranberry Pork Chops over rice, noodles or all by themselves.

What are some more ways to prepare pork chops?

Baked pork chops are our go-to preparation method. Consider trying Sour Cream Pork Chops, Fancy Baked Pork Chops and Pork Chop Potato Bake.  Slow cooking pork chops in the Crock Pot is another great method of cooking.  Try Mexican-Style Pork Chops and Pork Chops and Apples.

How to Make Baked Pork Chops

Full recipe for oven baked pork chops is at the end of this post.

Instructions:

1. Combine cranberry sauce, French dressing and onion soup mix.
2. Add pork chops to the sauce. Cook immediately or refrigerate overnight.
3. In a greased baking dish, bake pork chops uncovered at 325 degrees F for 75 to 80 minutes. Be sure to completely cover the pork chops with the sauce and then baste occasionally if desired.

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Notes About Oven Baked Cranberry Pork Chop Recipe:

• This is a 4 ingredient recipe—pork chops, cranberry jelly, onion soup mix, and French dressing.
• Use jellied cranberry sauce or whole cranberry sauce.
• To get a more flavorful baked pork chop, marinate overnight.
• We recommend basting occasionally. To baste means to cover the pork chops with the cooking liquids. This will keep the pork chops moist.
• Use a digital meat thermometer to prevent over-cooking the pork chops. The internal temperature should be 145 degrees F.
• Looking for more pork chop recipes? Try Mom’s Pork Chop and Potatoes and Crock Pot French Onion Pork Chops.

Recipes with Cranberries:

Crock Pot Cranberry Turkey Breast

Hot Cranberry Punch

Instant Pot Cranberry Ham

Jalapeno Cape Codder

Cranberry Moscow Mule