Juicy and Flavorful Foil Baked Pork Chops with Veggies

This foil baked pork chops recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner option. Tender and juicy pork chops are seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then baked in foil with a colorful medley of vegetables. The foil packets seal in all the delicious flavors, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish. It's a one-pan meal that requires minimal effort and cleanup, making it a convenient option for busy nights. Serve these foil baked pork chops and veggies with a side of mashed potatoes or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup baby carrots
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 yellow squash, sliced
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork chops, coating them evenly.
4. Tear 4 large sheets of aluminum foil and brush the center of each sheet with olive oil.
5. Place a seasoned pork chop on each oiled foil sheet.
6. Arrange the baby carrots, bell pepper slices, zucchini slices, yellow squash slices, and red onion slices around the pork chops on the foil sheets.
7. Drizzle the melted butter over the pork chops and vegetables.
8. Fold the sides of the foil over the pork chops and veggies to create sealed packets.
9. Place the packets on a baking sheet and transfer to the preheated oven.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
11. Carefully open the foil packets, being cautious of the steam, and transfer the pork chops and veggies to serving plates.
12. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
13. Serve hot and enjoy!

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