Pork Chops with Lemon and Capers

Elevate your dinner table with these elegant Pork Chops with Lemon and Capers, a dish that perfectly balances zesty citrus flavors with the tangy bite of capers. This recipe features tender, golden-seared bone-in pork chops simmered in a buttery garlic sauce infused with white wine, chicken broth, and fresh lemon juice. A touch of lemon zest adds brightness, while briny capers provide a delightful contrast. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick and easy one-pan dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the rich, flavorful sauce, and let this Mediterranean-inspired recipe transport your taste buds to new heights.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 0.75 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge the pork chops in the flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Deglaze the skillet by adding the white wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the chops in the sauce for 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Sprinkle the capers over the pork chops and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve the pork chops with the sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1244.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2501.4

Total Fat 164.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 606mg	0%
Sodium 3686.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 197.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174.3mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2956.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 4.0%