The Best Pork Chops Ever
Savor the ultimate flavor-packed experience with "The Best Pork Chops Ever," a recipe that turns an everyday dinner into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. These tender, juicy bone-in pork chops are seasoned to perfection with a simple yet bold blend of salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Seared to golden brown in olive oil and then basted in a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter infused with fresh thyme and rosemary, each bite is bursting with savory goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this recipe delivers a sophisticated dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve with the luscious pan sauce drizzled over the top and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a show-stopping meal everyone will love! Keywords: juicy pork chops, garlic butter, pan-seared, quick dinner recipe, herb-infused pork chops.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
Directions
Step 1
Remove the pork chops from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 20 minutes. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Step 3
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 5
Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan; work in batches if necessary.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter, minced garlic, thyme sprigs, and rosemary sprigs to the skillet.
Step 7
Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to baste the pork chops with the melted garlic herb butter. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Step 8
Transfer the pork chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Step 9
Serve the pork chops with the pan sauce drizzled over the top, and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (898.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2448.0 |
| Total Fat 176.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 65.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 637mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2845.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.3g | |
| Protein 194.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 150.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2694.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories