Famous Pork Chops

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of these "Famous Pork Chops," a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers perfectly seared and juicy bone-in pork chops every time. Seasoned with a tantalizing blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these chops boast a golden crust from an initial stovetop sear, followed by buttery oven-baking with fragrant fresh thyme and minced garlic. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is the epitome of easy elegance, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these succulent pork chops with your favorite side dishes for a meal that’s sure to impress and satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 pieces fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 cloves minced garlic

Directions

Step 1

Remove the pork chops from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for 20 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the pork chops to the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip the pork chops and sear the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter, thyme sprigs, and minced garlic to the skillet. Spoon the melted butter over the pork chops, basting them for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to retain their juices.

Step 9

Serve the pork chops hot, garnished with extra thyme sprigs if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	762 grams (762.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1460

Total Fat 108.40g	139%
Saturated Fat 38.40g	192%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 362mg	121%
Sodium 2771mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 9.30g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 109.90g	220%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1613mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 2.6%