Wonderful Pork Chops
Elevate your mealtime with "Wonderful Pork Chops," a quick and savory recipe that combines juicy, perfectly seared pork chops with a luscious garlic butter sauce. Seasoned with a flavorful blend of paprika, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper, these pork chops boast a golden brown crust that locks in their natural tenderness. Simmered to perfection in a skillet deglazed with flavorful chicken or vegetable broth and enriched with fragrant minced garlic and optional rosemary, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, pair these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, show-stopping meal that your family and guests will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
When the oil is hot, carefully place the pork chops into the skillet. Sear each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the skillet and scrape the bottom to deglaze, loosening any brown bits for extra flavor.
Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon some of the sauce over them. Add fresh rosemary sprigs if using.
Cover the skillet and let the pork chops simmer for about 8-10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) at the thickest point.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with the garlic butter sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.8 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3224 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 114.5 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1602 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.
