Here’s a simple, classic pork recipe that’s juicy, flavorful, and easy to make—perfect for weeknights or Sunday dinner 🍖
Skillet Garlic Butter Pork Chops
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, ¾–1 inch thick)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Optional: splash of chicken broth or lemon juice
Instructions
- Season pork
- Pat pork chops dry.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Sear
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook pork chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and set aside.
- Make garlic butter
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter and garlic to the skillet; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in herbs and optional broth or lemon juice.
- Finish cooking
- Return pork chops to skillet.
- Spoon garlic butter over chops.
- Cook 2–4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest & serve
- Rest pork chops 5 minutes before serving.
Serving Ideas
- Mashed potatoes or rice
- Green beans, carrots, or corn
- Applesauce or sautéed apples
Variations
- Smothered pork chops: Add onions and gravy.
- Oven-baked: Finish in a 375°F oven for 10–12 minutes.
- Creamy version: Stir in ¼ cup cream at the end.
If you want, I can share a slow-cooker pork recipe, pork loin roast, pulled pork, or crispy pork belly—just tell me which one 👍
