Using a thermometer to check the internal temperature of your pork chop is the best way to ensure that they are done. The USDA recommends that Pork chops are cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit after a 3-minute rest period. To be more conservative go to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Ground pork is a little different and should be cooked well and get to at least 160 degrees. Pork chops are best to be cooked well to avoid food-borne illness or food poisoning.