Lemon Pork Chop Bake
Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful Lemon Pork Chop Bake, a dish that combines succulent bone-in pork chops with a tangy citrus twist. Perfectly seared and baked to tender perfection, these chops are infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, and a touch of honey for a subtle sweetness. A savory garlic-lemon sauce, simmered to perfection in an oven-safe skillet, ensures every bite is as juicy as it is delectable. Ready in just an hour, this easy baked pork chop recipe is a comforting, one-pan meal that’s sure to impress. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying dinner that’s bursting with zest and irresistible aromas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 pieces lemons
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Zest one lemon and set the zest aside. Juice both lemons and reserve the juice.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the skillet.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, chicken broth, honey, rosemary, thyme, and reserved lemon zest. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs and additional lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 736 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*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.
