When the weather starts to cool off and everyone wants something warm and filling, this oven baked 4-ingredient pork and canned corn casserole is the kind of supper that feels like home. It is a simple, budget-friendly dish built from pantry basics and a pack of pork chops, and it bakes up creamy, savory, and satisfying with hardly any fuss. Recipes like this have long been a practical way to stretch ingredients and still put a hearty meal on the table.
This casserole is especially good with buttered bread, mashed potatoes, or a simple green bean side if you want to make the meal go even further. For a lighter plate, serve it with a crisp salad or sliced tomatoes, since the creamy corn and pork already bring plenty of comfort and richness to the table.
Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Pork and Canned Corn Casserole
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients
4 bone-in or boneless pork chops
2 cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 can cream-style corn
1 packet dry onion soup mix
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or similar casserole dish.
2. In the prepared dish, stir together the drained whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, and dry onion soup mix until evenly combined.
3. Lay the pork chops on top of the corn mixture in a single layer, pressing them down just slightly so they nestle into the casserole.
4. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 15 to 25 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the top is bubbling around the edges. If you like more browning, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
5. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving so the corn mixture can settle slightly. Spoon the creamy corn onto plates and top each serving with a pork chop.
Variations & Tips
For extra richness: Add a few spoonfuls of sour cream or a small handful of shredded cheddar to the corn mixture before baking. It makes the casserole a little creamier and is a nice trick if you are serving hungry teenagers.
For picky eaters: Use boneless pork chops and cut them into smaller portions after baking so they are easier to serve. If your family prefers plainer flavors, reduce the onion soup mix slightly and add a little milk to soften the seasoning.
For budget stretching: If the pork chops are large, slice them in half after cooking and serve with plenty of the corn mixture and a side of potatoes or bread. This is a great way to make the meal feed a few more people without anyone leaving the table hungry.
For best texture: Drain the whole kernel corn well so the casserole does not get watery. Also, keep an eye on the pork chops toward the end of baking, since thinner chops will cook faster than thick-cut ones.