Pork Chops - ByteRecipes

Pork chops are a delectable and versatile dish that can be prepared in numerous ways to suit your palate. This particular recipe features juicy, pan-seared pork chops seasoned with a savory blend of herbs and spices, then finished with a rich, buttery garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal, these pork chops are sure to become a family favorite.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Prepare Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, rosemary, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the pork chops, ensuring they are well-coated.
Heat Skillet: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Sear Pork Chops: Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Use tongs to flip the chops.
Cook Garlic: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Deglaze and Add Butter: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the butter and let it melt, stirring to combine with the broth and garlic.
Finish Cooking: Continue cooking the pork chops for an additional 3-4 minutes, basting occasionally with the garlic butter sauce, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) using a meat thermometer.
Rest and Serve: Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 3-5 minutes. Serve the pork chops with the garlic butter sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy your flavorful, perfectly cooked pork chops!