The short answer: A pork chop typically weighs about 150 to 250 grams (5 to 9 ounces). Bone-in chops weigh more than boneless even when the meat portion is similar.
Pork chop weight by type
Pork chop weight depends on thickness and whether the chop is bone-in or boneless.
| Type (example) | Typical weight |
|---|---|
| Thin boneless chop | 110 to 150 g (4 to 5 oz) |
| Standard boneless chop | 150 to 200 g (5 to 7 oz) |
| Bone-in chop | 200 to 280 g (7 to 10 oz) |
| Thick / double-cut chop | 300 to 450 g (11 to 16 oz) |
What affects pork chop weight
- Bone. Bone-in chops weigh more than boneless ones with similar meat.
- Thickness. Thick or double-cut chops weigh far more than thin ones.
- Raw vs. cooked. Chops lose roughly a fifth of their weight when cooked.
- Cut. Loin, rib, and shoulder chops differ in size and fat.
- Trimming. How much fat is left on changes the final weight.
How pork chop weight compares
A standard pork chop weighs about the same as a medium apple, while a thick double-cut chop is roughly as heavy as a baseball and a half.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bone-in pork chop weigh?
A bone-in pork chop usually weighs about 200 to 280 grams, since the bone adds weight beyond the meat itself.
How much does a pork chop weigh cooked?
A pork chop loses roughly 20 percent of its weight when cooked, so a 200 gram raw chop ends up around 160 grams.
What is a typical pork chop serving size?
A common serving is one chop of about 150 to 200 grams raw, which provides a reasonable portion of meat once cooked.
