how long to bake thick pork chops
How to Test Pork Chops for Doneness. The thickness of a pork chop will determine its final cooking time, regardless of whether it's boneless or bone-in. Chops typically range in thickness from 3/4 inch to 1-1/2 inches. The USDA updated its doneness guidelines in 2011, noting that pork cooked to 145 degrees F (followed by a 3-minute rest time) is just as safe as pork cooked to 160 degrees F.