Easy Broccoli Pork Chop Dinner
Transform your weeknight meals with this Easy Broccoli Pork Chop Dinner, a one-skillet wonder that's as simple as it is flavorful. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, salt, and black pepper, then seared to golden perfection before being simmered alongside tender-crisp broccoli florets in a savory garlic-lemon pan sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is a quick and wholesome option for a family dinner. The rich combination of olive oil, butter, and chicken broth brings depth to the dish, while a pinch of optional red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick. Serve this balanced, low-carb meal straight from the skillet for a fuss-free, comforting supper that’s brimming with fresh flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Season pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the pork chops and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Reduce heat to medium and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, cover with a lid, and steam for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them among the broccoli. Cover and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Serve the pork chops and broccoli immediately, spooning the pan sauce over the top for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.4 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.4 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 2966 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 159.0 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2067 mg | 44% | |
*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.
