Sous Vide Thick Pork Chops: Temperature & Time Guide
Thick pork chops used to mean dry pork. At 140°F sous vide gives you chops that are juicy and slightly pink like a good steak — safe, tender, and packed with flavor.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Season 1.5-2 inch chops with salt, pepper, garlic, and rosemary. 2) Cook at 140°F for 1-2 hours (bone-in and thicker chops on the longer end). 3) Pat dry and sear 2 minutes per side in a hot pan with butter. 4) Rest 5 minutes, serve with applesauce or a pan sauce.
FAQ
Why is my pork chop still pink?
140°F (60°C) leaves a slight blush — that's normal and safe. The USDA's 145°F is a safety floor; sous vide pasteurizes by time even at lower temps.
How thick should the chops be?
At least 1.5 inches — thinner chops don't need sous vide and can just be seared.
What's the best finish?
Butter and sage in the pan, or a quick apple-cider pan sauce from the bag juices.
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A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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