Wonderful Pork Chops

Elevate your mealtime with "Wonderful Pork Chops," a quick and savory recipe that combines juicy, perfectly seared pork chops with a luscious garlic butter sauce. Seasoned with a flavorful blend of paprika, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper, these pork chops boast a golden brown crust that locks in their natural tenderness. Simmered to perfection in a skillet deglazed with flavorful chicken or vegetable broth and enriched with fragrant minced garlic and optional rosemary, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, pair these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, show-stopping meal that your family and guests will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, and onion powder.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

When the oil is hot, carefully place the pork chops into the skillet. Sear each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the skillet and scrape the bottom to deglaze, loosening any brown bits for extra flavor.

Step 6

Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon some of the sauce over them. Add fresh rosemary sprigs if using.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and let the pork chops simmer for about 8-10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) at the thickest point.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with the garlic butter sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(882.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1547.7

Total Fat 107.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 365.8mg	0%
Sodium 3223.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 114.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 130.9mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1602.5mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 2.5%