Garlic Butter Pork Chops (Easy, Tender, and Juicy)

Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Stovetop

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 457kcal

Author: Marilyn

These pork chops cook fast and stay juicy, thanks to a quick sear and a generous spoonful of garlic butter. The smell alone will get everyone to the table. Serve them with potatoes or steamed green beans.

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Equipment

Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork chops 1 inch thick
1 tbsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tsp paprika
2 tbsp grapeseed oil or other neutral oil with a high smoke point
4 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat add the oil and heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until they reach 140°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer. (the temperature will increase to the USDA recommend safe temperature of 145°F after resting).
Transfer the pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the pork chops are resting, lower the heat to medium. Add the butter and heat until bubbly. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Pour the garlic butter over the pork chops.
Serve garnished with parsley.

Notes

- Use an instant-read thermometer to test the pork chops. It is the most reliable indicator of internal temperature.
- Don’t skip drying the chops: It helps them brown properly.
- Rest. 30 minutes after seasoning, and 5 minutes after cooking. Both steps add flavor and juiciness.
- Be careful sauteeing the garlic: Burnt garlic turns bitter fast. It only takes about 30 seconds to 1 minute to get fragrant

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