Any of these enhance thick-cut, bone-in chops.
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Deciding what to make for dinner is always the hardest part, but once you know that you're making pork chops, the rest should be easy, right? Luckily, with this list of side dishes for pork chops, the answer is yes. We'll make planning your family meal easy by showing you the best side dishes to pair with all of your pork recipes. Depending on the season, you can go with something hearty and comforting, like potato recipes and mac and cheese, or opt for a lighter salad to pair with your smoky grilled pork chops during the warmer weather season. Of course, you can't go wrong with delicious dinner rolls and easy vegetable side dishes that everyone will love (the maple-bacon Brussels sprouts are a must). So go ahead and pick out your favorite side dish for pork chops to complete your dinner.
Looking for a winning combo? Try serving pork chops alongside something sweet, like homemade applesauce or apple-cranberry stuffing. Plus, you can always switch things up by serving your pork chops with something bright and zesty like the lemon roasted asparagus. Whether you make Ree Drummond's pan-fried pork chops or opt for slow cooker pork chops that are covered in gravy, there's a side dish on this list that will pair perfectly with pork chops. And don't worry if you can't decide on a side dish. You can always make one tonight and another with tomorrow's steak dinner!
1
Collard Greens
Smoky and comforting, these collard greens are perfect for a Southern-style meal. Make them with your favorite pork chop recipe, then watch as your family reaches for seconds!
Get the Collard Greens recipe.
2
Ranch Potatoes
You can't go wrong with crispy potatoes! But this recipe takes things one step further by tossing the spuds with herby ranch seasoning mix and serving them up over buttermilk ranch dressing.
Get the Ranch Potatoes recipe.
3
Carrot Salad
Apples and pork go hand-in-hand so it's no wonder this carrot salad that's packed with apple slices and sweet raisins is the perfect side for your pork chop dinner. Bonus points for being able to make it ahead!
Get the Carrot Salad recipe.
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4
Jalapeño Cornbread
Calling all spice lovers! Give your classic cornbread a spicy kick by adding chili powder to the batter and jalapeño pepper slices on top.
Get Ree's Jalapeño Cornbread recipe.
5
Sweet Potato Hash
This sweet potato recipe is cooked in the same pan as the bacon drippings so it picks up all that sweet and smoky flavor. It'll make you wonder why you never thought to use sweet potatoes for a hash before!
Get the Sweet Potato Hash recipe.
6
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Potatoes are a go-to side dish for any type of protein—pork chops included! And since these creamy mashed potatoes can be made ahead, they're easy to get on the table fast.
Get Ree's Creamy Mashed Potatoes recipe.
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7
Apple-Cranberry Stuffing
Serving pork for the holidays? This sweet and savory stuffing would make a great side. It's loaded with apples, cranberries, and tons of herbs.
Get Ree's Apple-Cranberry Stuffing recipe.
8
Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Add something green to your pork chop dinner with this easy Brussels sprouts side. The maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness while the bacon has that smoky flavor you'll love.
Get the Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts recipe.
9
Slice-Baked Potatoes
These cute little potato rounds taste just like your favorite twice-baked potatoes. It's a fun twist on a classic side dish and a great way to switch things up during the week.
Get Ree's Slice-Baked Potatoes recipe.
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10
Homemade Applesauce
Pork chops and applesauce go together like peanut butter and jelly. It's a classic pairing that tastes even better when the applesauce is homemade.
Get Ree's Homemade Applesauce recipe.
11
Cauliflower Gratin
Gruyère cheese makes this cauliflower side dish extra creamy and melty. Top it off with panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunchy contrast.
Get Ree's Cauliflower Gratin recipe.
12
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
These buttery mashed potatoes that come together in just 35 minutes—it's all thanks to the magic of the Instant Pot!
Get Ree's Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes recipe.
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13
Brussels Sprouts Casserole
This Brussels sprouts casserole is smoky, creamy, and cheesy all in one. Best of all? You can serve it straight from the oven to the table so you don't have to dirty up any extra dishes.
Get the Brussels Sprouts Casserole recipe.
14
Honey-Glazed Carrots and Parsnips
A simple side dish can go a long way—that's certainly the case with these root vegetables. They're seasoned with a butter, thyme, and honey for a perfectly sweet and savory dish.
Get Ree's Honey-Glazed Carrots and Parsnips recipe.
15
Skillet Dinner Rolls with Garlic-Herb Butter
Homemade dinner rolls will be a welcome addition to your pork chop dinner and the garlic-herb butter will take it over the top.
Get Ree's Skillet Dinner Rolls with Garlic-Herb Butter recipe.
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16
Roasted Vegetables with Pecan Crumble
A brown sugar and pecan crumble brings out the naturally sweet flavors of butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and carrots in this veggie side.
Get Ree's Roasted Vegetables with Pecan Crumble recipe.
17
Green Bean Casserole
From-scratch green bean casserole is easier than you might think. This version is made with a simple white sauce, bacon, pimentos and cheddar cheese.
Get Ree's Green Bean Casserole recipe.
18
Pepper-Parmesan Biscuits
A little black pepper and parmesan cheese is an easy way to give your homemade biscuits a delicious kick.
Get Ree's Pepper-Parmesan Biscuits recipe.
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19
Butternut Squash Casserole
Here's a new casserole that has a little bit of everything—healthy greens, squash, caramelized onions, cheese, and, of course, bacon.
Get the Butternut Squash Casserole recipe.
20
Lemon-Roasted Asparagus
The bright, citrusy flavor of this simple asparagus side dish pairs so well with meaty pork chops. Plus, it’s ready in just 20 minutes!
Get Ree's Lemon-Roasted Asparagus recipe.
