The Best Pork Chops Ever

Savor the ultimate flavor-packed experience with "The Best Pork Chops Ever," a recipe that turns an everyday dinner into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. These tender, juicy bone-in pork chops are seasoned to perfection with a simple yet bold blend of salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Seared to golden brown in olive oil and then basted in a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter infused with fresh thyme and rosemary, each bite is bursting with savory goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this recipe delivers a sophisticated dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve with the luscious pan sauce drizzled over the top and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a show-stopping meal everyone will love! Keywords: juicy pork chops, garlic butter, pan-seared, quick dinner recipe, herb-infused pork chops.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 5

Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan; work in batches if necessary.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter, minced garlic, thyme sprigs, and rosemary sprigs to the skillet.

Step 7

Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to baste the pork chops with the melted garlic herb butter. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Transfer the pork chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 9

Serve the pork chops with the pan sauce drizzled over the top, and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898.7 grams (898.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2448

Total Fat 176.40g	226%
Saturated Fat 65.40g	327%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 637mg	212%
Sodium 2845mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 9.20g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 194.40g	389%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151mg	12%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2694mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 1.5%