Herb and Garlic Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner menu with these irresistibly flavorful Herb and Garlic Pork Chops, a quick and easy recipe perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasion. Featuring tender, bone-in pork chops rubbed with a zesty marinade of fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and a hint of lemon juice, these chops are seared to golden-brown perfection in olive oil, then basted with rich, buttery pan juices for an extra layer of savory goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, this recipe delivers juicy, restaurant-quality pork chops with a fragrant herbaceous crust in under 30 minutes. Serve them with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to impress your family and guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, minced garlic (2 cloves), lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the herb and garlic mixture all over the pork chops on both sides. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for extra flavor.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden-brown crust. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium, add the unsalted butter and the remaining 2 cloves of smashed garlic to the pan.

Step 7

Spoon the melted butter over the pork chops while they finish cooking, about 2-4 more minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, and serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	924.4 grams (924.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2467

Total Fat 178.40g	229%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 606mg	202%
Sodium 2842mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 8.60g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 193.60g	387%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2682mg	57%

*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: 66.5%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 1.4%