Even the picky eaters cleaned their plates without a word

sauce (store-bought or homemade), plus extra for serving
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (to brighten the sauce, optional)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for a little depth)
Nonstick cooking spray or a little extra oil for the baking dish
Spice rub ingredients in small prep bowls
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the pork chops in a single layer with nonstick spray or a thin film of oil.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Removing surface