There is a special kind of comfort in a simple baked supper like this one. Oven baked 3-ingredient pork chops with canned peas and gravy is the sort of practical, hearty meal that stretches a few pantry staples into something warm and satisfying, and it has that old-fashioned Sunday supper feeling that so many families grew up with. The pork chops bake right in the gravy with the peas, giving you a dish that is easy on the cook and cozy on the table.
Serve these pork chops with mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or plain white rice so none of that savory gravy goes to waste. A side of sliced bread or warm biscuits is also lovely for soaking up the pan juices, and if you want to round things out a little more, a simple applesauce or a crisp green salad balances the richness nicely.
Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Pork Chops with Canned Peas and Gravy
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 bone-in or boneless pork chops, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick
2 cans sweet peas, undrained, 15 ounces each
2 jars or cans brown gravy, 12 ounces each
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or casserole dish.
2. Pour the canned peas with their liquid into the baking dish, then spread them out into an even layer.
3. Nestle the pork chops on top of the peas in a single layer.
4. Spoon the brown gravy evenly over the pork chops, covering the tops and letting some run down into the peas.
5. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender and the top is lightly browned.
7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving so the gravy settles a bit, then spoon the peas and gravy around each pork chop when plating.
Variations & Tips
For extra seasoning: If you like a little more flavor, sprinkle the pork chops with black pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder before adding the gravy. Even though the base recipe is wonderfully simple, a tiny bit of seasoning can make it taste even more homemade.
For picky eaters: If someone at the table does not love peas, you can bake the pork chops in the gravy alone and warm the peas on the side. That way everyone still gets the same comforting main dish with less fuss at dinnertime.
For a creamier gravy: Stir a few spoonfuls of sour cream or a splash of milk into the gravy before pouring it over the chops if you want a softer, creamier texture. This is especially nice served over noodles or mashed potatoes.
For best texture: Thicker pork chops tend to stay juicier in the oven, while very thin chops can overcook quickly. If your chops are thin, start checking them a little early so they stay tender.