Big Boy Pork Chops
Sink your teeth into the irresistibly juicy and flavor-packed 'Big Boy Pork Chops,' a show-stopping dinner recipe perfect for any occasion! These bone-in pork chops, generously seasoned with a bold and smoky spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of brown sugar, are seared to golden perfection before being roasted to tender, melt-in-your-mouth doneness. Infused with rich butter and aromatic herbs like thyme, these chops deliver a delicious balance of savory and sweet in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a simple oven-to-skillet technique, this recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy alongside your favorite sides for a hearty, no-fuss meal your family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops (at least 1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the pork chops and rub it in evenly. Then, generously coat the chops with the spice rub on all sides.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and allow it to melt.
Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until a golden crust forms.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast the pork chops for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chops rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot alongside your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.8 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3979 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1696 mg | 36% | |
*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.
