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Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Pork Chops

Crispy, tender pork chops cooked to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces Pork Chops Choose bone-in for extra juiciness or boneless for a quicker cook!
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Always use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives the deep, aromatic flavor that makes this dish sing!
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for enhancing the natural flavors—don’t skip it!
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps achieve that gorgeous golden crust on your pork chops.
  • for garnish Fresh Parsley Adds a pop of color and freshness—totally Instagrammable!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by generously seasoning both sides of your pork chops with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
  1. Sear the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat and add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, swirling until melted and fragrant.
  4. Return the pork chops to the pan and spoon the garlic butter over them for about 1 minute.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

Let the pork chops rest after cooking to retain their juices. Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to 145°F.