Description
Make the best Juicy Pan-Seared Pork Chop Recipe with a perfectly golden crust and tender, flavorful center! These easy skillet pork chops are cooked with garlic, butter, and fresh herbs for a restaurant-quality dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, family meals, and special occasions, this simple pork chop recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Garlic Butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until hot.
- Sear pork chops for 4–5 minutes without moving until golden, then flip and cook another 4 minutes.
- Lower the heat slightly, add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme, and continuously spoon the melted butter over the chops.
- Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), avoiding overcooking for best juiciness.
- Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.
Notes
Use pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick to help keep them juicy and prevent overcooking.
Cook pork chops to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Baste with garlic herb butter during the final minutes of cooking for extra flavor and a beautiful golden finish.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared / Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 380 Calories
