Ingredients
– 1 lb (500 g) bone-in pork chops (about one inch thick for juiciness, though you can substitute boneless or thick loin cuts)
– Coarse salt for seasoning the pork chops
– Ground black pepper for seasoning the pork chops
– 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to heat in the skillet for searing
– 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter to add rich flavor and help with browning
– 3 sprigs of thyme for an earthy herbal note
– 4 cloves of minced garlic to sauté and infuse the dish with savory aroma
– A pinch of salt to sprinkle before removing from heat
– Lemon wedges for serving to brighten the flavors
Instructions
1-Pat the pork chops dry and season with coarse salt and black pepper.
2-Heat the skillet with oil, butter, and thyme over medium-high heat.
3-Sear the pork chops for 3 minutes per side until golden.
4-Add minced garlic and sauté briefly, flipping the chops.
5-Sprinkle a pinch of salt, remove from heat, and serve with lemon wedges after resting.
Last Step:
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🔪 Pat pork chops dry before seasoning for a better sear and crust.
⏲️ Use bone-in chops about 1 inch thick for optimal juiciness and flavor.
🌡️ Ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and let rest before serving to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 663
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 485 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 59 g
- Cholesterol: 221 mg