Pork with Lemon and Garlic

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Pork with Lemon and Garlic recipe—a perfect blend of savory and zesty flavors that food lovers will adore. Juicy pork loin chops are seasoned with dried oregano and pan-seared to golden perfection before simmering in a luscious sauce made with fresh garlic, zesty lemon, and chicken broth. A touch of butter and olive oil adds richness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy skillet dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these tender, flavorful pork chops with a generous drizzle of the tangy lemon-garlic sauce and a garnish of fresh lemon slices for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for fans of quick, flavorful, and citrus-forward dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork loin chops
• 1 whole lemon
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork loin chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 2

Zest the lemon into fine shavings and set aside. Then cut the lemon in half, reserving one half for juicing and the other for garnish.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and starting to sizzle.

Step 5

Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.

Step 7

Deglaze the skillet by adding the chicken broth and stirring to release any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the skillet and add the lemon zest. Stir well.

Step 9

Return the pork chops to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let them simmer in the lemon and garlic sauce for 10-12 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 10

Sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve the pork chops hot with the lemon and garlic sauce drizzled on top. Garnish with lemon slices from the reserved half.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1047.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2254.4

Total Fat 151.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 664.9mg	0%
Sodium 3191.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 2.0g
Protein 203.0g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 164.5mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 3704.3mg	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: 61.4%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 2.0%