Favorite Pork Chops
Savor the unbeatable flavor of these Favorite Pork Chops, a hearty dish that combines golden seared bone-in pork chops with a rich, velvety garlic-thyme pan sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, salt, and black pepper, these chops achieve a beautiful crust before simmering gently in a low-sodium chicken broth base. The luscious sauce, thickened with a touch of roux and infused with fresh thyme, adds a gourmet touch to this easy, one-skillet dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe makes for a comforting weeknight meal or an impressive weekend feast. Pair these juicy, tender pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a satisfying pairing your whole family will love. Ideal for quick dinners, classic comfort food searches, and lovers of simple yet elegant pork recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat.
Carefully place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the fresh thyme leaves and return the pork chops to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the pork chops for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Serve the pork chops with the sauce drizzled over them, pairing them with your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.0 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 2911 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 196.9 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2662 mg | 57% | |
*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.
