Insanely Easy Pork Roast or Chops
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.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
If using pork chops, pat them dry with a paper towel. For a pork roast, pat the entire piece dry.
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the pork with olive oil, then generously coat it with the seasoning mixture on all sides.
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.
Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Add the chicken broth and butter to the skillet. Stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Return the pork to the skillet, spooning a bit of the pan sauce over the top.
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.
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.
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
Calories |
2702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.5 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 828 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 3630 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 249.7 g | 499% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4172 mg | 89% | |
*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.
