Skillet Pork Chops with Beer and Garlic
Elevate your dinner game with Skillet Pork Chops with Beer and Garlic, a bold and flavorful dish that's perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce infused with beer, garlic, and fresh thyme. This one-pan recipe combines savory notes with a subtle tang from lager or pale ale, creating a luxurious garlic beer sauce that clings to every bite. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and simple technique, this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen. Serve these comforting pork chops with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of vibrant color. If you're looking for an easy yet impressive meal, this skillet pork chop recipe is your go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beer (lager or pale ale)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 pieces fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
Once the oil is hot, sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the pork chops to a plate and set aside (they will finish cooking later).
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Allow it to melt, then stir in the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and butter mixture, and whisk for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the beer while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Once combined, add the chicken broth and stir well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the fresh thyme sprigs.
Return the pork chops (and any juices on the plate) to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet and let the pork chops simmer gently for 10-12 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the thyme sprigs and taste the sauce, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the pork chops hot, spooning the garlic beer sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.2 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5765 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 199.3 g | 399% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2909 mg | 62% | |
*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.
