Pork Chops with Lemon Butter
Elevate your dinner routine with these succulent Pork Chops with Lemon Butter, a quick and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Pan-seared to golden perfection, the juicy pork chops are infused with a tantalizing blend of paprika, garlic, and lemon juice, creating a vibrant and zesty profile. A luscious lemon butter sauce, enriched with chicken broth and fragrant garlic, takes these chops to the next level, coating each bite in velvety richness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and herbaceous flavor, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crisp steamed vegetables for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you're looking for a quick one-skillet recipe or a dazzling entree to impress guests, these lemon butter pork chops are a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and slightly thicken the sauce.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the lemon butter sauce over them to coat. Let them cook in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the pork chops before serving.
Serve the pork chops hot, drizzled with extra lemon butter sauce from the skillet. Pair with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.5 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.5 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 3209 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.0 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*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.
