Lemon Roasted Pork Chops with Potatoes
A classic Greek dish featuring tender, juicy pork chops roasted with lemon-infused potatoes and aromatic garlic. Perfect for a comforting family meal!
A classic Greek dish featuring tender, juicy pork chops roasted with lemon-infused potatoes and aromatic garlic. Perfect for a comforting family meal!
Info
Prep Time:
10mCook Time:
90mDifficulty Level:
Ingredients
- 6 thick-cut pork neck chops (2.5-3 cm thick, boneless)
- 1 slice bacon, chopped
- 8 medium potatoes
- 1 small head of garlic (halved horizontally, skin on)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp mild mustard
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Prepare the ingredients
Let the pork chops come to room temperature before cooking for extra tenderness.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F), placing the rack on the lowest level.
Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a deep baking dish (30×24 cm).
Season the potatoes
Sprinkle with salt, pepper, oregano, and chopped bacon.
Add the mustard and lemon juice, then toss everything together.
Nestle the halved garlic head between the potatoes for extra flavor.
Assemble the dish
Arrange the pork chops on top of the potatoes.
Season the meat with salt & pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake
Cover the dish with parchment paper, then seal tightly with aluminum foil.
Roast for 1 hour.
Remove the foil, lower the oven temperature to 170°C (340°F), and bake for another 30 minutes, until the pork is tender and the potatoes are golden.
Serve & Enjoy
The potatoes should absorb most of the juices, leaving only the flavorful olive oil.
Serve warm with a side of crusty bread and a fresh salad!
Recipe Tips
Room temperature meat ensures a tender result.
Use a moderately sized baking dish to concentrate the flavors.
Seal the dish well to trap steam and keep the pork juicy.
If baking with a fan-assisted oven, use it only during the first hour, then switch to conventional heat to prevent drying out the meat.
Don’t be afraid of garlic! Roasting it mellows its flavor, adding depth and a subtle sweetness.
For a milder aroma, use only oregano or skip the garlic.
Bacon enhances the potatoes, so don’t leave it out!