Skillet Pork Chops
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these succulent Skillet Pork Chops, seared to golden perfection and infused with the rich flavors of garlic and fresh herbs. This easy recipe combines a crave-worthy crust with tender, juicy pork chops, all prepared in just 25 minutes. Featuring pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and butter, the dish gets a gourmet touch from thyme (or rosemary) and the optional chicken broth deglaze for a light, flavorful pan sauce. Perfect for bone-in or boneless cuts, these pork chops are an all-in-one skillet wonder that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad. Quick, flavorful, and utterly irresistible, this recipe will make your skillet the star of your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 1-inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth (optional, for deglazing)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops to the skillet. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to develop a golden crust.
Flip the pork chops and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium after flipping.
Move the pork chops to one side of the skillet. Add butter, minced garlic, and thyme (or rosemary) to the other side of the skillet.
Spoon the melted garlic herb butter over the pork chops as they finish cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Optional: Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the chicken broth and scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to create a light sauce.
Transfer the pork chops to a serving platter and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the pork chops with the pan sauce drizzled on top and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.6 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3008 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1614 mg | 34% | |
*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.
