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Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops Recipe

Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Juicy and flavorful, these Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Pork Chops are a quick and easy meal perfect for any night of the week. The combination of garlic, butter, and herbs creates a deliciously rich sauce that pairs perfectly with the seared pork chops.


Ingredients

Scale

Pork Chops:

  • 2 Pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika (optional)

Garlic Butter:

  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced or finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

For Garnish:

  • Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme, for garnish – optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pork Chops: Trim any excess fat and pat the chops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat the Pan: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the Pork Chops: Sear chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden crust forms.
  4. Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium, add butter and garlic to the pan. Baste the chops with the melted butter.
  5. Check the Temperature: Ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F with a meat thermometer.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove chops from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pork chop
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Garlic Butter Pork Chops, Pan-Seared Pork Chops, Easy Pork Chops Recipe