20 Side Dishes to Pair With a Pork Chop Dinner
Any of these tasty sides enhance the flavor of chops.
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Figuring out what to make for dinner is always a challenge, but once pork chops are on the menu, the hardest part is done! Now, it's just about finding the perfect pairing—and that's where this list of the best side dishes for pork chops comes in. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty and comforting like potato recipes or mac and cheese or a lighter salad to pair with smoky grilled pork chops in warmer weather, you have options to fit every occasion. And, of course, you can never go wrong with fluffy dinner rolls or easy vegetable side dishes. (Trust it, the maple-bacon Brussels sprouts are a must.) Just pick your favorites and get ready to serve up a delicious family meal.
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!
Collard Greens
Smoky, savory, and downright comforting, these collard greens are good for any Southern-style meal. Simmer them low and slow, serve them up with your favorite pork chop recipe, and don't be surprised when everyone goes back for seconds.
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Ranch Potatoes
Crispy potatoes are already a winner, but tossing them in ranch seasoning? That's next-level delicious. These golden bites get extra flavor from a buttermilk ranch drizzle, because you can never have too much ranch!
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Carrot Salad
Sweet, crunchy, and packed with apples and raisins, this carrot salad is a perfect match for pork chops. The best part? It's easy to make ahead, so it's one less thing to worry about when dinnertime rolls around.
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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
You won't even miss the pasta in this savory side that's filled with the most decadent, velvety cheese sauce. (It's basically a gluten-free version of Ree's classic mac and cheese recipe.) Pair it with pork chops to satisfy all your comfort food cravings!
Get Ree's Cauliflower Mac and Cheese recipe.
Sweet Potato Hash
Sweet potatoes, bacon drippings, and a sizzling skillet—need we say more? This hash is smoky, crispy, and full of flavor, making it the perfect side for pork chops (or, let's be honest, just about anything)
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Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes and pork chops are a classic combo for a reason. These are extra creamy, full of buttery goodness, and best of all, they can be made ahead of time.
Get Ree's Creamy Mashed Potatoes recipe.
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.
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 crowd-pleasing smoky flavor.
Get the Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts recipe.
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.
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 made from scratch.
Get Ree's Homemade Applesauce recipe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
Ree Drummond recommends this creamy potato side dish served alongside burgers, steak, and, of course, pork. "It's pretty much one of the most versatile side dishes there is, and one of the most crowd-pleasing," she says.
Get Ree's Perfect Potatoes au Gratin recipe.
Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole
This rustic version of broccoli rice casserole uses wild rice instead of white rice. It adds a nice chewy texture and nutty flavor to the dish.
Get Ree's Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole recipe.
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