A delightful twist on classic pork chops, featuring a rich and tangy sauce.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
Trim any excess fat from the pork chops and make small slashes on the edges to prevent curling.
Slashing the edges helps the chops cook evenly.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the pork chops on both sides.
Browning adds a rich flavor to the meat.
Place the browned pork chops in a single layer in a baking dish.
Ensure the chops are not overlapping for even baking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the onion, water, apple cider, chili sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, and curry powder.
Mix thoroughly to blend the flavors.
Pour the prepared sauce over the pork chops in the baking dish.
Ensure the sauce covers the chops evenly.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
Covering the dish helps retain moisture during baking.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Resting allows the juices to redistribute, making the meat tender.