Frying Pan Pork Chops
Savor the simplicity and bold flavor of Frying Pan Pork Chops, a perfect go-to recipe for weeknight dinners or special occasions. These juicy, bone-in pork chops are seasoned with a tantalizing blend of salt, black pepper, and paprika, then seared to golden perfection in a hot skillet. Elevating the dish, a luxurious finish of melted butter, fresh garlic, and rosemary infuses each chop with rich, herbaceous notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this straightforward recipe ensures a beautifully crispy crust and perfectly tender interior, all achieved in a single frying pan. Serve these skillet-seared pork chops with your favorite sides for a satisfying, one-pan masterpiece that’s both quick and flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This helps achieve a good sear.
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Place the pork chops in the skillet, ensuring they lay flat. Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until a golden crust forms, then flip.
Add the unsalted butter, minced garlic, and rosemary sprigs to the pan. As the butter melts, use a spoon to continuously baste the pork chops with the melted butter and garlic mixture.
Cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove the pork chops from the pan and transfer them to a clean plate. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve warm and garnish with an optional sprig of rosemary for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 556 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 8% | |
*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.
