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18 Baked Pork Recipes That Make Cooking Feel Effortless

Published: Sep 22, 2025 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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From weeknight dinners to weekend feasts, baked pork delivers comfort and flavor without the stress of complicated cooking. In this collection, you’ll find 18 irresistible recipes, from slow-baked barbecue pork to seasoned roasts that are crispy on the outside and tender inside. Each one is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders with poppy seeds.
Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Ham and Cheese Sliders are delicious and easy appetizer that are great for holiday parties and pot lucks! Made with ham, mozzarella cheese, mustard, butter, poppy seeds, onions and of course Hawaiian rolls!
Get the Recipe: Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Irish Nachos

Potato rounds topped with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions.
Irish Nachos. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Crisp potato rounds topped with crispy bacon and gooey cheese. Your new favorite appetizer or side dish: so addicting!
Get the Recipe: Irish Nachos

Shake and Bake Pork Chops

Two shake and bake pork chops on a plate.
Shake and Bake Pork Chops. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Shake and Bake Pork Chops recipe features an effortless way to achieve flavorful, crispy pork chops without frying — all in 25 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is a family favorite that is extra easy to make and a great choice for beginner cooks or anyone who just wants to get a good meal on the table fast.
Get the Recipe: Shake and Bake Pork Chops

Bacon and Chive Mini Pepper Poppers

A hand holding a mini pepper topped with bacon.
Bacon and Chive Mini Pepper Poppers. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Bacon and Chive Mini Pepper Poppers are an easy-to-make and keto-friendly appetizer, snack, or side dish. They can be prepared and served in just 30 minutes, are low in carbs, and are nut-free.
Get the Recipe: Bacon and Chive Mini Pepper Poppers

Maple Bacon

Close-up of crispy, cooked maple bacon slices in a white dish.
Maple Bacon. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Maple bacon is comfort food like you’ve never had. Just when you thought that bacon can’t get any better, it surprisingly can - when it’s coated in sweet maple glaze then baked to perfection in the oven! The result is sweet, smoky, savory candied bacon that’s delightfully crispy and irresistibly tasty. If there’s one food your breakfast table is missing, it’s maple bacon.
Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon

Pork Pies

Pork pies on a cooling rack.
Pork Pies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Hot water crust and pork sausage made into 8 hand pies for picnics or snacking or even dinner time!
Get the Recipe: Pork Pies

Muffin Pan Pepperoni Pizza Bites

Pizza muffins on a plate.
Muffin Pan Pepperoni Pizza Bites. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

These fluffy Muffin Pan Pepperoni Pizza Bites are easy and irresistible snacks that take just four ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Muffin Pan Pepperoni Pizza Bites

Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

A plate of breakfast casserole on a black plate.
Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

No eggs, no problem! This eggless casserole is full of flavor! WIth a base of shredded potatoes and then a creamy and cheesy topping, this casserole is a family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

Cuban Sandwich Casserole

A piece of Cuban sandwich casserole on a plate with potato chips.
Cuban Sandwich Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This layered casserole features all the flavors of a Cuban sandwich! There's ham, roast pork, cheese, mustard, pickles, and more, but in an easy to make, heat and serve casserole! Get your hands on this Cuban Sandwich Casserole today!
Get the Recipe: Cuban Sandwich Casserole

Baked Scotch Eggs

Scotch Eggs on a black plate.
Baked Scotch Eggs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Crispy on the outside and with a jammy egg in the middle, Scotch Eggs are easy to make and everyone loves them! Pass the mustard sauce, please!
Get the Recipe: Baked Scotch Eggs

Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes

Gold plate with cupcakes, peppermint, and candied bacon pieces.
Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These delicious chocolate cupcakes are brought over the top with candied bacon and peppermint!
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes

Cornbread Stuffing

A dish of stuffing on a cutting board.
Cornbread Stuffing. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This Homemade Cornbread Stuffing (Dressing) will become a holiday favorite! Everyone will love this classic 1970's recipe with bacon, onions, and celery to give it just the right flavor and crunch.
Get the Recipe: Cornbread Stuffing

Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted brussels sprouts with caramelized edges in a serving dish.
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This recipe takes Brussels sprouts from boring to crave-worthy. Crispy bacon adds a salty, smoky layer of flavor, while the high roasting temperature caramelizes the sprouts for a sweet and slightly nutty taste. It's a simple side dish that complements any protein and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon wrapped egg cups on a plate with toast and strawberries.
Bacon Egg Cups. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Bacon egg cups are a delicious and convenient breakfast recipe perfect for eating on the go, enjoying for brunch or even snacking. Made with basil and parmesan, there’s no lack of flavor in these savory bites!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg Cups

Sage and Bacon Stuffing

A closeup is shown of a baking dish full of bacon and sage stuffing.
Sage and Bacon Stuffing. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This recipe takes classic stuffing with sage, onion, celery, and parsley, and add salty, savory bacon for the perfect side dish!
Get the Recipe: Sage and Bacon Stuffing

Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Two cabbage rolls on a plate with fork.
Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Spice up your dinner with our delicious golumpki stuffed cabbage rolls recipe! Our instructions and ingredients will help you quickly make this traditional Polish dish
Get the Recipe: Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Perfect Oven Bacon

Perfect Oven Bacon. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Transform your breakfast game with the ultimate bacon hack: cooking it in the oven. No more grease splatters, no flipping required. In just a few simple steps, we'll show you how to achieve the perfect crispy or chewy bacon every time, along with expert tips and creative seasoning ideas to elevate your morning routine.
Get the Recipe: Perfect Oven Bacon

Italian Sausage Meatballs

Meatballs in a white bowl with sauce and parsley.
Italian Sausage Meatballs. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Enjoy homemade Italian Sausage Meatballs, a perfect blend of savory spices and herbs in each bite, ideal for any meal or occasion.
Get the Recipe: Italian Sausage Meatballs

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