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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Pork Chops

A simple and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Pork Chops that’s sure to impress your holiday guests!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Bring the pork chops to room temperature and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops until golden crust forms, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  3. Once flipped, lower heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons of butter, and spoon over the chops. Stir in minced garlic and let it brown.
  4. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F, about another 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Drizzle remaining garlic butter sauce over chops and garnish with fresh thyme.

Notes

Resting the pork chops ensures juicy and tender meat.