Easy Herbed Pork Chops
Transform your weeknight dinners with these Easy Herbed Pork Chops, a quick yet flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for the whole family. Juicy bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection and bathed in a luscious garlic and herb butter sauce, featuring fresh rosemary and thyme for an aromatic touch. A hint of lemon juice adds brightness, balancing the buttery richness and elevating the dish to restaurant-quality status—all in under 25 minutes! With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these pork chops are an ideal option for a stress-free meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Pair them with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Finely chop the fresh rosemary and thyme, and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use tongs to flip them gently.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme to the skillet.
Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to baste the pork chops with the melted herb butter mixture for 2-3 minutes.
Check that the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches at least 145°F (63°C) using a meat thermometer.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the pork chops and give them a final baste with the herb butter.
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve warm with your favorite side dish, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.1 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 192.8 g | 386% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2587 mg | 55% | |
*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.
