The 45 Best Sides for Pork Chops

Switch it up from your usual roasted situation with the help of garlic, breadcrumbs and crushed red pepper flakes.

It’s naturally sweet and creamy, and all comes together in an Instant Pot.

They’re gorgeous, unexpected and supremely easy to make.

Ready in 20 minutes flat. In the words of Ina herself, how easy is that?

Sometimes simple is best, especially when there’s minimal cleanup required.

What’s a little extra pork between friends? Substitute bacon for pancetta if you'd prefer.

Your kids will be extra psyched about this timeless pairing. It's done in 15 minutes, no peeling required.

We like Gruyère to balance out the creaminess of this classic French dish, but feel free to experiment with other cheeses.

Like applesauce, the sweetness in these fries brings out the flavor of the pork chop. The vitamins and minerals are just a bonus.

This skillet dish is begging for a spot on your Instagram story. Don't be shy with the fresh thyme and rosemary.

The secret weapon in these velvety, make-ahead potatoes is cream cheese (but shh, don’t tell anyone).

Put on your drawstring pants, because you're going to want seconds (and even thirds) of this cauli mac.

Ooh, so fancy. Might we suggest bookmarking this autumnal masterpiece for Thanksgiving dinner?

Bust out your favorite casserole dish for this Gruyère-laced veggie side. You'll love the crispy fried sage on top.

Kick things up a notch with a vegetarian side that even carnivores can get behind.

Move over, potatoes. We'll be eating these veggie fritters all year long, with a heaping side of sour cream.

Presenting our favorite way to eat salad. Serve them with plenty of homemade green goddess dip on the side.

Made with a tangy vinegar base instead of mayo, this side is especially tasty with pork chops.

Thanks to coconut milk, your go-to dinner side is now dairy-free (and just a tad healthier).

Top them with creamy mushrooms, spicy Brussels sprouts or balsamic caramelized onions (or sour cream and chives—we won’t judge).

We feel a cookout coming on. Prepare this in the summertime with grilled pork chops and a crunchy green salad.

Every one of your guests will be beyond stoked to see this seven-ingredient comfort hit the table.

They’re caramelized, cheesy and well worth a second helping.

We love this crisp starter with apples, macerated cranberries, walnuts and mustard vinaigrette.

Made in the slow cooker with only five ingredients, this is basically our dream side. Serve it with burgers, steak, pasta and, of course, pork chops.

Fact: A good kale salad voids any other nutritional sins, including this beauty by PureWow Coterie member Gena Hamshaw.

Garlic, lemon and a little salt and pepper are all you need to create an awesome, 25-minute side.

A little sweet, a little spicy and extremely tasty, brought to you by Coterie member Liz Falcigno.

Need something to stand up to your pork chops? Use hearty kale in your usual Caesar instead of lettuce.

PureWow Coterie member Heidi Larsen knows the ultimate salad is one that's piled high with bacon.

PureWow Coterie member Liz Falcigno gives us a keto-friendly, Whole30-approved take on the traditional butter-soaked dish.

Coterie member Monique Volz perfected an already perfect side with the help of sesame oil and crunchy sesame seeds.

Baking an avocado? We know, it's genius. They're crowned with cherry tomatoes, corn, queso fresco and lime juice.

Pork chops and potatoes are always a delicious pairing, but when the taters are slathered in basil pesto, it's just plain epic.

Hot take: Brussels sprouts are the new potatoes. You're only six ingredients away from their tastiest iteration yet.

The mushrooms cook to savory perfection in their own pan sauce, which is thickened with a simple arrowroot flour slurry.

Even picky kids won't mind the broccoli rabe, since it's swimming in a pseudo cream sauce made from butter, Parmesan cheese and pasta water.

Don't knock raw broccoli 'til you've tried it. This 20-minute side boasts roasted sunflower seeds, dried cranberries and cheddar cheese.

If you're aiming to impress your dinner guests (or roommates), look no further than this tart, which sneakily starts with store-bought puff pastry.

Because *everything* is better with cheese, butter, wine and breadcrumbs—even humble, underrated cabbage.

Just the creamy, herby, tangy update this picnic side needed. We wouldn't blame you for drizzling the dressing over your pork chop.

Never choose between tender, creamy pasta and crisp, leafy greens again. (The dressing doubles as a zingy party dip, BTW.)

So tender, they practically melt in your mouth. Their garlicky, herby flavor is just the pairing for an expertly seared pork chop.

A touch of sugar balances punchy kimchi and nutty sesame oil like a charm. Finish them with all the mozz and sour cream your heart desires.