20 Best Pork Recipes to Impress Even the Toughest Critics

From tender to tasty, these 20 pork recipes are your ticket to happy bellies. Watch as even the toughest critics fall in love with your cooking!

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Instant Pot Baby Back Rib dipped in barbeque sauce in a glass bowl — Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are unbelievably tender, falling right off the bone! Packed with flavor, they taste just like they’re from your favorite BBQ spot. Cook up the best pork ribs in under an hour with your pressure cooker.
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Easy Keto Crockpot Pork Chops

These Keto Crockpot Pork Chops use simple ingredients for a no-fuss meal. Come home to a delicious dinner that's ready and waiting after work!
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Pork Chops on the Blackstone Griddle

A white plate with four cooked steaks covered in a rich brown glaze, one of the perfect dishes for your 21 Fourth of July recipes. — Blackstone Pork Chops. Photo Credit: Lara Clevenger.

Pork Chops on the Blackstone Griddle are incredibly juicy and flavorful! Thanks to a quick marinade, these chops are tender and packed with taste. Perfect for camping trips or quick weeknight dinners!
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Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ham and Cheese Sliders are a tasty and effortless appetizer, perfect for holiday parties and potlucks! Featuring ham, mozzarella, mustard, butter, poppy seeds, onions, and Hawaiian rolls, they're always a crowd-pleaser!
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Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Savor smoky perfection with this Traeger Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Juicy pork and crispy bacon come together for a mouthwatering flavor explosion!
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Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

These Traeger Smoked Pork Chops are cooked to perfection, offering smoky, succulent tenderness in every bite. Discover the secret to making irresistible, flavorful smoked pork chops that will leave you craving more!
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Breaded Panko Pork Chops

Panko pork chop on plate with greens. — Breaded Panko Pork Chops. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Tender and juicy, these Panko Pork Chops offer an elegant yet budget-friendly dinner option. The crispy coating comes from affordable Japanese panko bread crumbs!
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Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot

Pork tenderloin on a cutting board next to a slow cooker. — Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Experience crock pot magic with this slow cooker pork loin that melts in your mouth. This foolproof recipe guarantees the most delicious, tender meat every time!
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Ground Pork Tacos

Two pork tacos on a white plate with lime wedges. — Ground Pork Tacos. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Experience the savory goodness of these easy ground pork tacos. With tender meat, zesty spices, and fresh ingredients, they’re a delicious treat for any meal!
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Ground Pork Stir Fry

A plate with ground pork and vegetables on top of cauliflower rice. — Ground Pork Stir Fry. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner? This popular ground pork stir fry blends savory ground meat with a variety of vegetables for a delicious, satisfying meal.
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Baked Stuffed Pork Chops

A plate of pork chops stuffed with mushrooms and cheese served with green beans. — Baked Stuffed Pork Chops. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Savor the taste of stuffed pork chops loaded with mushrooms and gooey cheese. This easy baked recipe is ideal for a no-fuss, low-carb dinner option.
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Air Fryer Carnitas

Low angle shot of 3 carnitas tacos on a white plate with lime wedges. — Air Fryer Carnitas. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Carnitas delivers juicy, flavorful Mexican shredded pork with tender meat and irresistibly crisp edges. Perfect for topping tacos!
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Air Fryer Pork Belly

Air Fryer Pork Belly is irresistibly crispy on the outside and tender inside. Coated in a sweet-savory hoisin glaze that caramelizes perfectly, it’s so delicious you won’t be able to stop eating!
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Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup

A bowl of wonton soup with shrimp in it. — Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pork & Shrimp Wonton Soup with homemade wontons is incredibly delicious and ready in under 30 minutes! Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Pork Belly Banh Mi

Pork Belly Banh Mi combines some of life’s best flavors into one mind-blowingly delicious sandwich. It's a flavor-packed treat you won’t want to miss!
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Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner

Pork chops with purple cabbage and apples on a baking sheet. — Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These quick and easy sheet pan pork chops come with red cabbage, potatoes, and apples for an all-in-one meal. Ideal for hectic weeknights, they’re a breeze to clean up afterward—truly the perfect recipe!
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Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground pork and purple cabbage stir fry in a white pan. — Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This quick and easy stir fry features ground pork, cabbage, and mushrooms in a flavorful Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for a fast, tasty meal!
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Italian Slow Cooker Pork Roast

A white bowl with slow cooker Italian pork roast, potatoes and carrots. — Italian Slow Cooker Pork Roast. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This slow cooker Italian pork roast is seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, then cooked with potatoes and carrots until it’s fall-apart tender. It's a delicious, warming dinner that’s perfect for special occasions or meal prep!
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Easy Homemade Pork Sausage

A blue plate with meat, potatoes and tomatoes. — Easy Homemade Pork Sausage. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This easy homemade pork sausage recipe is incredibly versatile! Perfect for pairing with potatoes, breakfast burritos, breakfast pockets, and more.
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Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Pork Belly Burnt Ends are simply the best thing on the planet. Dive in and satisfy your meat candy cravings today!
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