Insanely Easy Pork Roast or Chops

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Transform mealtime with this "Insanely Easy Pork Roast or Chops" recipe, a foolproof way to create tender, flavorful pork with minimal effort. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this recipe features juicy pork, either as a roast or chops, crusted with a savory blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. A quick sear locks in flavor, while a buttery chicken broth sauce enhances every bite as it bakes to perfection in just one skillet. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off cooking process, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite sides for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 2 pounds pork roast or pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. If using pork chops, pat them dry with a paper towel. For a pork roast, pat the entire piece dry.

3. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

4. Rub the pork with olive oil, then generously coat it with the seasoning mixture on all sides.

5. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. If you’re using pork chops, sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. For a roast, sear each side of the roast for about 4-5 minutes until browned.

6. Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.

7. Add the chicken broth and butter to the skillet. Stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

8. Return the pork to the skillet, spooning a bit of the pan sauce over the top.

9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. For pork chops, bake for 25-30 minutes (depending on thickness), or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). For a roast, bake for 45-60 minutes, checking the internal temperature in the thickest part.

10. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the pork rest for 5-10 minutes, covered loosely with foil, to allow the juices to redistribute.

11. Slice the pork (if using a roast) and serve warm with the pan sauce drizzled over the top, or alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (304.3g)

Calories		671
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		44.4 g	57%
	Saturated Fat	15.8 g	79%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		206 mg	69%
Sodium		806 mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate		1.8 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.6 g	2%
	Total Sugars	0.3 g
Protein		62.4 g	125%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	2%
Calcium		43 mg	3%
Iron		2.4 mg	14%
Potassium		1045 mg	22%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1597 cal (60.8%%)

Protein: 998 cal (38.0%%)

Carbs: 31 cal (1.2%%)