Description
Discover the best garlic butter pan-seared pork chops that are quick to make and bursting with flavor. Perfectly cooked in just 20 minutes, these juicy pork chops are seared to perfection and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, making them an ideal dinner for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Start by patting the pork chops dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Make sure your skillet is hot before adding the pork chops.
- Place the pork chops into the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Add minced garlic and butter to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds, then tilt to spoon the garlic butter over the pork.
- Cook an additional 3-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for safety and juiciness.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for enhanced flavor.
- Let the pork rest before slicing to retain juices.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg