Spicy Skillet Pork Chops

Elevate weeknight dinners with these irresistibly flavorful Spicy Skillet Pork Chops! Perfectly seasoned with a bold blend of spices like smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder, these juicy bone-in pork chops are pan-seared to golden perfection and finished with a touch of buttery honey glaze. The quick deglazed sauce made with chicken broth and pan juices ties everything together, delivering a flavorful experience in just 25 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley, this one-pan recipe is easy to prepare, packed with savory heat, and ideal for impressing guests or enlivening family meals. Serve with your favorite sides for a restaurant-quality meal at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and set aside on a plate.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the spice rub.

Step 3

Generously coat both sides of the pork chops with the spice rub and gently press it into the meat. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 5

Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear on one side without moving for 4-5 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms.

Step 6

Flip the pork chops and reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the skillet and swirl it around as it melts to coat the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

Cook the pork chops on the second side for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on a plate. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest.

Step 9

Deglaze the skillet by adding the chicken broth. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 10

Stir in the honey and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 11

Return the pork chops to the skillet briefly, spooning the sauce over them to coat.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1390.9

Total Fat 97.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 331.0mg	0%
Sodium 2930.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 111.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.0mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1824.0mg	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: 63.1%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 4.6%