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Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Pork Chops

Juicy skillet-seared pork chops finished with rich garlic butter and fresh herbs for a quick and flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chops
  • 4 bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Remove pork chops from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and onion powder in a small bowl.
  3. Rub seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.
  4. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Place pork chops in the hot skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes without moving.
  6. Flip pork chops and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet and reduce heat to medium.
  8. Spoon melted garlic butter over the pork chops while they finish cooking.
  9. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  10. Remove from skillet, garnish with parsley and lemon juice, rest 5 minutes, and serve.

Notes

Use thick pork chops for best results and avoid overcooking to maintain juiciness.