Simply the Best Skillet Pork Chops Ever
Get ready to fall in love with "Simply the Best Skillet Pork Chops Ever," a foolproof recipe designed to deliver juicy, flavorful pork chops straight from your stovetop. These bone-in chops are seasoned with a mouthwatering blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt, then seared to golden-brown perfection in a sizzling cast iron skillet. Infused with the rich aroma of melted butter, fresh thyme, and smashed garlic cloves, these chops are finished with a luxurious butter-basting technique for extra tenderness and flavor. In just 15 minutes of cooking time, you’ll have a restaurant-quality dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve them with your favorite sides, and let this recipe become an instant family favorite! Keywords: skillet pork chops, juicy pork chops, easy pork chop recipe, cast iron pork chops.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 pieces garlic cloves (smashed)
Instructions
Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking. This helps them cook evenly.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
Season both sides of the pork chops generously with kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Allow the oil to get hot until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes.
Carefully place the pork chops in the skillet. Do not overcrowd the pan; work in batches if necessary.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to allow a golden crust to form.
Flip the pork chops and reduce the heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter, thyme sprigs, and smashed garlic cloves to the skillet.
Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to baste the pork chops with the melted butter and aromatics.
Continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) in the thickest part when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Cover loosely with foil and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve warm with your favorite sides and enjoy the best skillet pork chops ever!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 248 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 579 mg | 12% | |
*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.
